1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta would be higher. At 6,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (385 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (242 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman. 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, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Porsche |
| Model | Berlinetta | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2687 cc |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 64 L |
