2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
