1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP) has 224 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 70 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88. 2009 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 1960 Land Rover 88 has manual transmission. 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
| Model | 88 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 291 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2420 mm |
