2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1953 Ferrari 250
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 250 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 250 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ferrari 250 weights approximately 530 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 | 1953 Ferrari 250 | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | C21 | 250 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
