2011 Porsche Cayman vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Model F weights approximately 5 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
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 (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Model F. 1983 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche Cayman | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Cayman | Model F |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4346 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1285 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2240 mm |
