991 handles more like a Cayman
12-22-2011, 11:54 AM
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991 handles more like a Cayman
In Excellence mag, Chris Harris says the 991 handles more like a Cayman now. Compliment for the Cayman. The die hard 911 guys might not like the 991 as much then.
12-22-2011, 12:13 PM
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As much as I like the tail heavy theatrics of the 911's rear engine design, I went with a 987 when fate took away my 911. Those few precious inches forward of the rear axle make a mountain of difference in how the car responds to driver inputs.
I will add a 911 coupe sometime in the future and the year is up-in-the-air but if the 991 has pulled off mimicking a mid-engine car, I will most likely go with it. Maybe...
I will add a 911 coupe sometime in the future and the year is up-in-the-air but if the 991 has pulled off mimicking a mid-engine car, I will most likely go with it. Maybe...
12-22-2011, 12:16 PM
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That's good news for the 991...I suppose. I had a 997s and never loved the way it handled. Mine had far too much under steer, too much floatiness etc.
Glad to hear the 991 handles better but at $135,000 for a modestly equipped S vs $45K for a low mileage used Cayman S, it's a pretty easy choice and my next Porsche will be the later. It also helps knowing the 991 will depreciate at least a Cayman over it's first couple of years.
Glad to hear the 991 handles better but at $135,000 for a modestly equipped S vs $45K for a low mileage used Cayman S, it's a pretty easy choice and my next Porsche will be the later. It also helps knowing the 991 will depreciate at least a Cayman over it's first couple of years.
12-22-2011, 03:10 PM
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Overall a good mid engine car will out handle any other layout. I guess what I was getting at is that the 911 is great because you have to drive it a certain way to get the best out of its quirks. The mid engined Cayman is easier to drive for most drivers. The 911 guys, including myself, want the 991 to be more of a challenge. If we want flawless handling, we would buy a Cayman. Great for the Cayman, not so good for the 991 imo.
12-22-2011, 04:21 PM
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That's good news for the 991...I suppose. I had a 997s and never loved the way it handled. Mine had far too much under steer, too much floatiness etc.
Glad to hear the 991 handles better but at $135,000 for a modestly equipped S vs $45K for a low mileage used Cayman S, it's a pretty easy choice and my next Porsche will be the later. It also helps knowing the 991 will depreciate at least a Cayman over it's first couple of years.
Glad to hear the 991 handles better but at $135,000 for a modestly equipped S vs $45K for a low mileage used Cayman S, it's a pretty easy choice and my next Porsche will be the later. It also helps knowing the 991 will depreciate at least a Cayman over it's first couple of years.
I don't think the 911 purist will mind if the 911 gives-up just a little of its "junk in the trunk" handling quirks.
12-22-2011, 07:54 PM
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Got caught in torrential rains last night coming home from the dealer. First time in the wet with the Boxster. Otherworldly is the only word that comes to mind regarding its handling. Best all-around handling (stock) car I have ever driven.
I don't think the 911 purist will mind if the 911 gives-up just a little of its "junk in the trunk" handling quirks.
I don't think the 911 purist will mind if the 911 gives-up just a little of its "junk in the trunk" handling quirks.
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