2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 21. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 740 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | 21 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 74 L |
