1972 Opel Rekord 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 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Rekord 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 (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 285 kg more than 1972 Opel Rekord. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Opel Rekord | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Rekord | Cayman |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2416 mm |