1983 Pontiac 6000 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 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 6000 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 231 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 40 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Pontiac 6000 2011 Porsche Cayman
Make Pontiac Porsche
Model 6000 Cayman
Year Released 1983 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2474 cc 3400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 320 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4376 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1801 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1306 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2416 mm


 

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