1989 Audi V8 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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 (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | V8 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3561 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
