1963 BMW 1800 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 200 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800. 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800. 2006 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 1963 BMW 1800 has manual transmission. 1963 BMW 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 1800 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
