2006 Porsche Cayman vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche Cayman | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | Cayman | 928 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 5396 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 86 L |