1976 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 440 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | SP2 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2416 mm |
