1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1987 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 886 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1987 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | C21 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
