1992 Audi Coupe vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Audi Coupe 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 154 more horse power than 1992 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1992 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 200 kg more than 1992 Audi Coupe. 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, 1992 Audi Coupe, 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Audi Coupe. (174 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi Coupe | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Coupe | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2416 mm |
