2007 BMW 550 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (316 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 310 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, 2007 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 550 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2415 mm |
