2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 21. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1356 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21. 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21. 1976 Ferrari 400 has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 21 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Ferrari 400 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | 21 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 120 L |
