1970 AC 428 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Porsche Cayman. (265 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AC 428 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman. 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, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AC 428 | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | 428 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 298 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 640 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 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 | 1430 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2416 mm |