1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 840 kg more than 1957 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 750 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3385 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |