2009 BMW 135 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 135 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (261 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 85 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (300 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayman. 2009 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 135 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1304 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2415 mm |
