2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2007 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Cayman. (245 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 Porsche Cayman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 2007 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 612 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 64 L |
