1997 Caterham C21 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 13 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1316 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.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Caterham C21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Caterham | Porsche |
| Model | C21 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2918 mm |
