1981 Porsche 944 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 944 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 944 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 944 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2415 mm |
