1978 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (325 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 116 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911.
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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Porsche 911 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 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 Weight | 1179 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2415 mm |