1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1987 Porsche 928
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 928 weights approximately 840 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 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1987 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Caterham | Porsche |
| Model | C21 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
