1992 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 155 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1303 mm |
