1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 455 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Daimler | Porsche |
| Model | One-O-Four | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 3385 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
