2000 Caterham C21 vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 814 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, 2003 Nissan 350Z (371 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham C21 | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Caterham | Nissan |
Model | C21 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |