2002 AC Cobra vs. 1997 Caterham C21
To start off, 2002 AC Cobra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (250 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Cobra weights approximately 370 kg more than 1997 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, 2002 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2002 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Cobra | 1997 Caterham C21 | |
Make | AC | Caterham |
Model | Cobra | C21 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2260 mm |