1997 Caterham C21 vs. 2000 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2000 Panoz Esperante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 616 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, 2000 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 2000 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Caterham | Panoz |
Model | C21 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |