2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 21 would be higher. At 5,979 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 21. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 2195 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, 2009 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 791 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21. 2009 Maybach 57 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. 2009 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Caterham | Maybach |
| Model | 21 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 110 L |
