1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 370 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (115 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Spider | Cayman |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |