1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (295 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 455 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
