1997 Caterham C21 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 16 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | C21 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2852 mm |
