1987 Ford Probe vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1987 Ford Probe. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Probe, 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Probe. (262 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Probe | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Probe | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2416 mm |
