2000 BMW 328 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 328 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (192 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 328 weights approximately 268 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 328 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2415 mm |
