1961 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2012 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Imperial | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2416 mm |
