1977 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 550 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Spider | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2420 mm |
