1997 Caterham C21 vs. 2005 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 8 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 860 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, 1997 Caterham C21 (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35. 2005 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 1997 Caterham C21 has manual transmission. 1997 Caterham C21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Caterham C21 | 2005 Infiniti G35 | |
Make | Caterham | Infiniti |
Model | C21 | G35 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |