1998 Caterham C21 vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1998 Caterham C21 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1998 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1998 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 805 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Caterham C21. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Caterham C21 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | C21 | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
