I test drove a 2014 base Cayman (PDK) and was not impressed at all with the low end acceleration. Will I see a noticeable difference in the 718?

 

Yes. The base 981 does not have much torque, 981 S does not have a whole lot of torque either. 718 base has more low end torque than 981S (I say this as a proud 981S owner). If you like torque and can live with the sound the new engine is better for you.

 

Thanks, that's a big help. I prefer low end torque.

 

Don't forget, Porsche cars are smooth and deceptive at times in speed sensations, that's why sometimes you don't realize how fast you're rolling.

 

As noted above the difference is low RPM torque.
Before owning Porsches I owned a number of torque rich big block American cars with V8s so I understand what you are talking about. It took awhile to get used to driving with increased RPMs in the Porsches, but I would never go back now.
I still like the feel of instant torque, but higher RPM responsiveness and linearity are more addictive and for me are a much more enjoyable driving experience.

 

you aint gonna find stump pulling torque in a po

 

I'm not really looking for "stump pulling torque" but my wife's Toyota Highlander has more low end torque than I found on the 2014 base Cayman I drove. I can't have that. Looks like the 718 might be better suiting for my driving style/needs. It will be a daily, non-bad weather/winter driver for me. Not planning on tracking the car.

 

320 lb-ft @ 2779 rpm (at the wheels) in sport plus mode according to Cobb's baseline dyne pulls on a stock 718 Boxster S:

https://www.cobbtuning.com/baseline-...e-718-boxster/

I took my Boxster S to the local dragway and on the stock Pirelli tires (no burnout) on the way to a 11.722 1/4 mile got a 1.742 60' time.

 

in PS4 mode no doubt

 

po is about keeping the revs high and pray you get to the turn first.....they will never be a street light racer or even a roll racer . Anything power by an LS will embarrass your hard worked for po . some how get some seat time in the po.....much more than a road test .....remember maintenance can be very high but they are a well made car. good luck

 

It's an LT1 engine, not a LS but...

According to Motor Trend:

http://www.motortrend.com/cars/chevr...t-test-review/

The 2017 Corvette Grand Sport with the "snarling 460-horsepower, 465-lb-ft 6.2-liter V-8" will do a 12.0 1/4 mile @ 116.6 mph (automatic) and 12.2 1/4 mile @ 116.1 mph (manual).

I'm thinking the Corvette is the one who will be embarrassed.

 

You can always keep the Cayman in a lower gear and rev it up ....

OTOH, I got a Boxster S (2011) to reduce that problem.

 

I'm not looking for a street racer but if I'm going to own a sport car I do want some acceleration off the line. I just felt the 2014 base Cayman I drove was severely lacking in low RPM acceleration, which to me was a real disappointment. I'm hoping when I test drive the new Cayman that the low RPM acceleration is acceptable (to me). I love everything else about the car.


Back in my younger days I purchased a base Mustang (which was all I could afford at the time) and on my way home from the dealership I realized how underpowered the car was. If I'm going to spend $70k + on a Porsche the last thing I want is to be disappointed in its off the line acceleration. I feel pretty certain the base 718, with its added torque, will satisfy that need. I can't wait to find out. Hoping to test drive one this weekend.

 

Enjoy the drive.

I like to have torque on tap--whether needed or just for fun--and the 718 base Boxster has plenty for me. Even while running in I have squealed the tyres--by accident, of course.

Greg