2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 1980 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Triumph TR7 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 200 more horse power than 1980 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 515 kg more than 1980 Triumph TR7. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Triumph TR7. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 1980 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | Cayman | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
