2000 Caterham C21 vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 6 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 6,340 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,187 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 1072 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero weights approximately 600 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, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,113 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 968 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Caterham | SSC |
| Model | C21 | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 6340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 1187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 1113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1090 mm |
