1987 Opel Senator vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 216 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator. 1987 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Senator | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2415 mm |
