1966 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (316 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 231 kg more than 1966 Ford Falcon. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Falcon | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Falcon | Cayman |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2415 mm |