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


 

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