1969 Porsche 914 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 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 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 212 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 500 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 914 | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 914 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 3385 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
