1969 BMW 2800 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1969 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 196 kg more than 1969 BMW 2800. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 2800. (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 2800 | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 2800 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2687 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 258 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 | 1334 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
