Spyder RS driving/ownership impressions
09-02-2024, 06:47 PM
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Anyone with driving impressions swapping the Dunlop Maxx Race 2 or Michelin Cup 2's swapped to Michelin P4S?
I'd also be interested to hear driving impressions of people who have GT3s, my own comparison with my 992 GT3 Touring is that the GT3 puts down power way more efficient and the chassi is vastly more confidence inspiring. Maybe it's Porsche holding back but given it's mostly the same engine/gearbox the Spyder RS feels "slower" getting going. Still prefer the SRS but I'm not sure I really feel much difference in terms of the chassi improvements compared to my manual 718 Spyder. Only done about 1000km so still early days. Was thinking it would be a Spyder RS versus GT3T decision but I'm getting more and more convinced that the Spyder RS and GT3 are extremely complementary in reality.
I'd also be interested to hear driving impressions of people who have GT3s, my own comparison with my 992 GT3 Touring is that the GT3 puts down power way more efficient and the chassi is vastly more confidence inspiring. Maybe it's Porsche holding back but given it's mostly the same engine/gearbox the Spyder RS feels "slower" getting going. Still prefer the SRS but I'm not sure I really feel much difference in terms of the chassi improvements compared to my manual 718 Spyder. Only done about 1000km so still early days. Was thinking it would be a Spyder RS versus GT3T decision but I'm getting more and more convinced that the Spyder RS and GT3 are extremely complementary in reality.
Re driving, I think you are feeling a wider track, much wider rear wheels and multi link rear suspension in “puts down power more efficiently” and you feel that because it’s real. Also, from a start the pdk is clunky, but once it gets going it’s rapid
That said, my 4rs felt faster in a straight line at wot than my gt3
Haven’t pressed srs yet
the spyder of any era has always been the perfect pairing with a gt3, imo
09-02-2024, 08:39 PM
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Anyone with driving impressions swapping the Dunlop Maxx Race 2 or Michelin Cup 2's swapped to Michelin P4S?
I'd also be interested to hear driving impressions of people who have GT3s, my own comparison with my 992 GT3 Touring is that the GT3 puts down power way more efficient and the chassi is vastly more confidence inspiring. Maybe it's Porsche holding back but given it's mostly the same engine/gearbox the Spyder RS feels "slower" getting going. Still prefer the SRS but I'm not sure I really feel much difference in terms of the chassi improvements compared to my manual 718 Spyder. Only done about 1000km so still early days. Was thinking it would be a Spyder RS versus GT3T decision but I'm getting more and more convinced that the Spyder RS and GT3 are extremely complementary in reality.
I'd also be interested to hear driving impressions of people who have GT3s, my own comparison with my 992 GT3 Touring is that the GT3 puts down power way more efficient and the chassi is vastly more confidence inspiring. Maybe it's Porsche holding back but given it's mostly the same engine/gearbox the Spyder RS feels "slower" getting going. Still prefer the SRS but I'm not sure I really feel much difference in terms of the chassi improvements compared to my manual 718 Spyder. Only done about 1000km so still early days. Was thinking it would be a Spyder RS versus GT3T decision but I'm getting more and more convinced that the Spyder RS and GT3 are extremely complementary in reality.
I test drove the 718 Spyder 3 times and drove a friend’s car for about 25 minutes and I cannot tell the difference in ride and handling between 718 Spyder and 718 Spyder RS.
Between 981 Spyder and Spyder RS - big difference. I prefer 981 Spyder: I can feel what’s happening beneath me and on the front end. Spyder RS ride is too refined for its own good (for me).
Between 981 Spyder and Spyder RS - big difference. I prefer 981 Spyder: I can feel what’s happening beneath me and on the front end. Spyder RS ride is too refined for its own good (for me).
09-03-2024, 12:07 AM
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Anyone with driving impressions swapping the Dunlop Maxx Race 2 or Michelin Cup 2's swapped to Michelin P4S?
I'd also be interested to hear driving impressions of people who have GT3s, my own comparison with my 992 GT3 Touring is that the GT3 puts down power way more efficient and the chassi is vastly more confidence inspiring. Maybe it's Porsche holding back but given it's mostly the same engine/gearbox the Spyder RS feels "slower" getting going. Still prefer the SRS but I'm not sure I really feel much difference in terms of the chassi improvements compared to my manual 718 Spyder. Only done about 1000km so still early days. Was thinking it would be a Spyder RS versus GT3T decision but I'm getting more and more convinced that the Spyder RS and GT3 are extremely complementary in reality.
I'd also be interested to hear driving impressions of people who have GT3s, my own comparison with my 992 GT3 Touring is that the GT3 puts down power way more efficient and the chassi is vastly more confidence inspiring. Maybe it's Porsche holding back but given it's mostly the same engine/gearbox the Spyder RS feels "slower" getting going. Still prefer the SRS but I'm not sure I really feel much difference in terms of the chassi improvements compared to my manual 718 Spyder. Only done about 1000km so still early days. Was thinking it would be a Spyder RS versus GT3T decision but I'm getting more and more convinced that the Spyder RS and GT3 are extremely complementary in reality.
Comparing the GT3 with the 4RS, the GT3 is a more sophisticated car with better handling, and I enjoy driving it more. But some people enjoy the 4RS more, for various reasons (mid-engine dynamics, louder, air intake sounds, more jolt on downshifts, etc.). I find that the GT3 has more punch at low to mid revs, and then the 4RS pulls harder at high revs. I haven't driven an SRS yet, but I would expect a similar comparison, though I would expect the SRS to handle better on the road than the 4RS.
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09-03-2024, 12:10 AM
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I test drove the 718 Spyder 3 times and drove a friend’s car for about 25 minutes and I cannot tell the difference in ride and handling between 718 Spyder and 718 Spyder RS.
Between 981 Spyder and Spyder RS - big difference. I prefer 981 Spyder: I can feel what’s happening beneath me and on the front end. Spyder RS ride is too refined for its own good (for me).
Between 981 Spyder and Spyder RS - big difference. I prefer 981 Spyder: I can feel what’s happening beneath me and on the front end. Spyder RS ride is too refined for its own good (for me).
09-03-2024, 05:58 AM
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Anyone with driving impressions swapping the Dunlop Maxx Race 2 or Michelin Cup 2's swapped to Michelin P4S?
I'd also be interested to hear driving impressions of people who have GT3s, my own comparison with my 992 GT3 Touring is that the GT3 puts down power way more efficient and the chassi is vastly more confidence inspiring. Maybe it's Porsche holding back but given it's mostly the same engine/gearbox the Spyder RS feels "slower" getting going. Still prefer the SRS but I'm not sure I really feel much difference in terms of the chassi improvements compared to my manual 718 Spyder. Only done about 1000km so still early days. Was thinking it would be a Spyder RS versus GT3T decision but I'm getting more and more convinced that the Spyder RS and GT3 are extremely complementary in reality.
I'd also be interested to hear driving impressions of people who have GT3s, my own comparison with my 992 GT3 Touring is that the GT3 puts down power way more efficient and the chassi is vastly more confidence inspiring. Maybe it's Porsche holding back but given it's mostly the same engine/gearbox the Spyder RS feels "slower" getting going. Still prefer the SRS but I'm not sure I really feel much difference in terms of the chassi improvements compared to my manual 718 Spyder. Only done about 1000km so still early days. Was thinking it would be a Spyder RS versus GT3T decision but I'm getting more and more convinced that the Spyder RS and GT3 are extremely complementary in reality.
I say that as an owner of a winged PDK 991.2 GT3. Too much redundancy with a pdk GT3. I’m debating selling my GT3 and keeping the SRS as my only “fun” sports car
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09-03-2024, 05:21 PM
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Unfortunately, the SRS and GT3 are different tools for different jobs. I feel the SRS is not a GT3 replacement.
The 992 GT3 is very special, especially with a Dundon exhaust, valve controller, and Numeric shifter/pedals. The GT3 is so sharp, responsive, and aggressive. More mid-range power, better steering, much more feedback.
The SRS will surely improve and come closer to the GT3 with a full exhaust and more aggressive throttle mapping.
The 992 GT3 is very special, especially with a Dundon exhaust, valve controller, and Numeric shifter/pedals. The GT3 is so sharp, responsive, and aggressive. More mid-range power, better steering, much more feedback.
The SRS will surely improve and come closer to the GT3 with a full exhaust and more aggressive throttle mapping.
09-03-2024, 06:19 PM
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Unfortunately, the SRS and GT3 are different tools for different jobs. I feel the SRS is not a GT3 replacement.
The 992 GT3 is very special, especially with a Dundon exhaust, valve controller, and Numeric shifter/pedals. The GT3 is so sharp, responsive, and aggressive. More mid-range power, better steering, much more feedback.
The SRS will surely improve and come closer to the GT3 with a full exhaust and more aggressive throttle mapping.
The 992 GT3 is very special, especially with a Dundon exhaust, valve controller, and Numeric shifter/pedals. The GT3 is so sharp, responsive, and aggressive. More mid-range power, better steering, much more feedback.
The SRS will surely improve and come closer to the GT3 with a full exhaust and more aggressive throttle mapping.
09-03-2024, 07:24 PM
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Hi Ian, no reseller currently active in Australia but email me your info directly and I can looking into verifying the details of what it would entail.
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09-03-2024, 08:11 PM
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Unfortunately, the SRS and GT3 are different tools for different jobs. I feel the SRS is not a GT3 replacement.
The 992 GT3 is very special, especially with a Dundon exhaust, valve controller, and Numeric shifter/pedals. The GT3 is so sharp, responsive, and aggressive. More mid-range power, better steering, much more feedback.
The SRS will surely improve and come closer to the GT3 with a full exhaust and more aggressive throttle mapping.
The 992 GT3 is very special, especially with a Dundon exhaust, valve controller, and Numeric shifter/pedals. The GT3 is so sharp, responsive, and aggressive. More mid-range power, better steering, much more feedback.
The SRS will surely improve and come closer to the GT3 with a full exhaust and more aggressive throttle mapping.
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09-03-2024, 09:10 PM
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Unfortunate if put into an either/or position. Fortunate if you are looking for a unique, single purpose, fun car that does not overlap so much with the GT3 despite a similar engine.
09-03-2024, 10:20 PM
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09-04-2024, 01:48 AM
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