1994 Porsche 968 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 15 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 968 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 74 L |
