1969 Mazda Familia 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 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 740 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. 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 (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Mazda Familia 2009 Porsche Cayman
Make Mazda Porsche
Model Familia Cayman
Year Released 1969 2009
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 985 cc 3385 cc
Horse Power 57 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 81 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1310 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 64 L


 

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