1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 306 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari Dino | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Dino | Cayman |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |