1971 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (261 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 350 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (300 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo GT | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | GT | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1304 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2415 mm |
