1977 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1977 BMW 320. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 210 kg more than 1977 BMW 320. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 320. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 320 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 320 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |