1995 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 Audi A8. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A8 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Because 1995 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A8. (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A8 | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A8 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2420 mm |
