1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (330 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 535 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman. 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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 512 BBi Turbo | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2416 mm |
