1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 115 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 250 GT | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
