1997 Caterham C21 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. (160 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 723 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 2001 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | C21 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
