2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (325 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 360 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2415 mm |
