1975 Porsche 930 vs. 2007 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayman is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Cayman. (245 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 275 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Porsche 930 | 2007 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 930 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |