2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (295 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2006 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 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 612 | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 612 | Cayman |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 74 L |