1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 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 195 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 235 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 2200 | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 2200 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2161 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |