1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1992 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 730 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, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1992 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Caterham | De Tomaso |
| Model | C21 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
