1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 852 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | C21 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 386 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
