1997 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1997 Ford Falcon. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 240 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 (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Falcon | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Falcon | Cayman |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2416 mm |