2006 Porsche Cayman vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 680 kg more than 1961 MG Midget. 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche Cayman | 1961 MG Midget | |
Make | Porsche | MG |
Model | Cayman | Midget |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 18.3 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 | 1415 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2032 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |