1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman

To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 3,386 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 685 kg more than 1961 Innocenti 950. 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, 2008 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (74 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950. 2008 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 1961 Innocenti 950 has manual transmission. 1961 Innocenti 950 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Innocenti 950 2008 Porsche Cayman
Make Innocenti Porsche
Model 950 Cayman
Year Released 1961 2008
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 948 cc 3386 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 34 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 730 kg 1415 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2130 mm 2420 mm


 

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