1976 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fairlane. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 37 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fairlane. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fairlane | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fairlane | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
