1975 BMW 1602 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 485 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 1602 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
