1992 BMW 520 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 520 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3385 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
