1986 BMW M6 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (316 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 155 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M6. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M6 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M6 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2415 mm |