1969 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 911. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 310 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911. 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Porsche 911 | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |