1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayman is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayman (245 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Avanti | Porsche |
Model | Avanti | Cayman |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2420 mm |