1952 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | 40 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2420 mm |
