1969 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 329 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Capri | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2415 mm |
