2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 586 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham C21 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Caterham | Porsche |
Model | C21 | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2280 mm |