2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (330 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 395 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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 456M | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 456M | Cayman |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 64 L |