2011 Porsche Cayman vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 610 kg more than 1972 MG Midget. 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche Cayman | 1972 MG Midget | |
| Make | Porsche | MG |
| Model | Cayman | Midget |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2900 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 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 | 1330 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4376 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1303 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2040 mm |
