1973 BMW 2004 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 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 233 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 275 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004. 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 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 2004 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2416 mm |
