1970 Triumph GT6 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1970 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 Triumph GT6. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph GT6 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Triumph | Porsche |
| Model | GT6 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
