1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. 2006 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 75 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |
