1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 735 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 750 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2415 mm |