1968 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Porsche Cayman. (265 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 340 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Caprice | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6476 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
