1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 435 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Cortina | Cayman |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2416 mm |