1977 BMW 628 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 628 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1977 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 628.
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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 628 | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 628 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |