1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 305 kg more than 1959 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 250 GT | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 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 | 1045 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2415 mm |
