1972 Ford Capri vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1972 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 325 kg more than 1972 Ford Capri. 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, 2008 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Capri | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Capri | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2420 mm |
