1997 Caterham C21 vs. 2002 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 5 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 985 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, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 2002 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | C21 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 509 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
