2007 BMW M6 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (330 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2011 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M6 | Cayman |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |