1972 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-2 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 212 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 390 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-2. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda RX-2 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-2 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2416 mm |
