2006 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (242 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Morgan | Porsche |
| Model | Aero 8 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2687 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.1 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 | 1220 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
