1960 BMW 502 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 502 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1960 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 BMW 502 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 502 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 502 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2415 mm |
