1954 Plymouth Belvedere vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Plymouth Belvedere would be higher. At 3,960 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Plymouth Belvedere is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Plymouth Belvedere weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Plymouth Belvedere | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
| Model | Belvedere | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 3386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2420 mm |
