1997 Caterham C21 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 938 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Caterham | Porsche |
Model | C21 | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4477 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |