1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 354 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | DeVille | Cayman |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 233 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2416 mm |