1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 40 kg more than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | 3-Litre | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2687 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
