1982 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (316 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1982 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Falcon weights approximately 20 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Falcon | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Falcon | Cayman |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2415 mm |