2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (330 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano weights approximately 470 kg more than 2012 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 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 599 GTB Fiorano | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 64 L |
