1963 BMW 1800 vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman is newer by 45 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 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, 2008 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 1800 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| 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 |
