1975 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 275 kg more than 1975 Porsche 911.
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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 911 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 316 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 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 | 1075 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2415 mm |
