1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 350 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | GT | Cayman |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |