1959 Skoda 440 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 415 kg more than 1959 Skoda 440. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Skoda 440 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Skoda | Porsche |
Model | 440 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |