2003 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (330 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 325 kg more than 2012 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 Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Maranello | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Maranello | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 64 L |
