1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 105 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Calibra | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Calibra | Cayman |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2416 mm |