2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy would be higher. At 4,493 cc (12 cylinders), 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | C21 | 375 Indy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2330 mm |
