1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio 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 151 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 277 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Scorpio | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1303 mm |
