Porsche Cayman GT4
My husband, a 981 Boxster owner, bought me this article. If you would like to read it, please do so.
Would you rather buy a new 718 Boxster/Cayman or the previous generation 981 Boxster/Cayman?Many people may be troubled by the
So, I would like to summarize the information about the 981 used Boxster/Cayman from my point of view as a 981 Boxster owner, as well as advice and pointers for buying a used car.
The 981 model will be introduced in 2012. Most of them have actually entered Japan since the 2013 model year.Left and right hand drive are available, and either PDK or MT can be selected.However, theThe number of MTs is much smaller.At the time of this writing, Carsensor's inventory shows only 16 Boxsters out of a total of 69, so those who are looking for a MT may want to make a quick decision when they find a good one.
The two grade system consists of the bare-bones Boxster and Cayman, each available in S grade, with the main difference being the engine.S will be 3436 cc compared to 2706 cc in the bare minimum.
The engine specifications for each are as follows.
| grade | Maximum output | Max. torque | New car price (PDK's last year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boxster | 265PS/6700rpm | 28.6kgm[280Nm]/4500-6500rpm | 6,870,000 |
| Boxster S | 315PS/6,700rpm | 36.7kgm[360Nm]/4500～5800rpm | 8,430,000 |
| Cayman (islands) | 275ps/7400rpm | 29.6kgm[290Nm]/4500～6500rpm | 6,780,000 |
| Cayman S | 325ps/7400rpm | 37.7kgm[370Nm]/4500-5800rpm | 8,440,000 |
In this way, the Cayman has a slightly higher output than the Boxster. It is said that this is because Porsche at that time had a hierarchy in which the Cayman was higher than the Boxster. (From the 718, they are the same.)
After all, the difference between these two vehicles is...Open-body or closed-body differenceThe torsional stiffness of the 981 is said to be 4000 Nm/degree for the Cayman and 17000 Nm/degree for the Boxster.Cayman has the advantage in terms of rigidity.It is.
Porsche Cayman GT4
ifIf you are considering circuit driving, I think you should choose the Cayman, but if you are mainly interested in driving on ordinary roads, the Boxster will suffice.It is. No, as a Boxster owner, I can tell you that I do not feel any looseness in the body at all. It is more solid than any other car I have ever driven in the same class by any other manufacturer.
besidesOnly a convertible can give you that extraordinary feeling when the top is open.I think it's a good idea to have a roof over your head. Even traffic jams can be fun as long as the roof is open. This is the real pleasure of a convertible.
In 2014, the GTS model, a more powerful version of the S model, was launched, and in 2015, the Boxster and Cayman were launched with top grades: the Spyder and GT4, respectively.
| grade | Maximum output | Max. torque | New car price (PDK's last year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boxster GTS | 330ps/6700rpm | 37.7kgm[370Nm]/4500～5800rpm | 9,660,000 |
| Boxster Spyder | 375ps/6700rpm | 42.8kgm[420Nm]/4750~6000rpm | 10,120,000 (MT only) |
| Cayman GTS | 340ps/7400rpm | 38.7kgm[380Nm]/4750-5800rpm | 9,790,000 |
| Cayman GT4 | 385ps/7400rpm | 42.8kgm[420Nm]/4750-6000rpm | 10,640,000 (MT only) |
Key features of the GTS include special front and rear aero, Sport Chrono package, sport exhaust, 10 mm lower PASM, Alcantara and Laser interior, 20-inch Carrera S wheels, and sport seats as standard equipment.
The GT4 is a model developed by Porsche's GT team with circuit driving in mind.It features a larger diameter brake system taken from the GT3, a chassis height lowered by 30mm, air outlets added to the front of the engine hood, and a rear wing.
As for the Spyder, it is basically the same as the GT4, but it is designed for street use only.It has become the first of its kind. It is equipped with a completely new sports suspension, andPASM has no settings.Unlike the regular Boxster, theEquipped with a manual lightweight topThe trunk is then placed in a domed trunk on the back.
The Black Edition is a special edition released in 2015, in the second half of the 981 model year.Based on a bare-bones 2.7L model, the interior and exterior are black.
Available on the Cayman and Boxster, respectively, it includes automatic anti-dazzle mirrors, rain sensors, cruise control, front and rear park assist systems, and a sport-design steering wheel, 20-inch Carrera Classic wheels, PDLS ( Bi-xenon headlights with Porsche Dynamic Light System, two-zone climate control and heated seats are standard.
Very good value for money as it is a bare-bones model with comfort system options as standard.It is a good grade. Resale is also slightly higher, so if you can find a good one, I would recommend this grade.
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