2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 1962 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 930 kg more than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. 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 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 1962 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Porsche | ZAZ |
| Model | Cayman | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 748 cc |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2030 mm |
