1998 Caterham C21 vs. 1990 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1998 Caterham C21 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 507 more horse power than 1998 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1998 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, 1990 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Caterham C21. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Caterham C21 | 1990 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
Model | C21 | F40 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |