1986 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 195 kg more than 1986 Porsche 911. 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Porsche 911 | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
