911 2S better than cayman s?
10-05-2006 | 09:43 PM
#34
Three Wheelin'
Joined: Sep 2006
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From: A far away galaxy, CA
When I was shopping I drove the Cayman S, the Boxter S, the 997 and the 997S.
The first three felt so similar from the drivers seat that springing for the 997S was a pretty easy decision. It was the only one of the four that felt like a serious, race rooted sports car and quite frankly, the other three felt downright slow.
Then there's the matter of looks. To me, the 997's exterior design is a masterpiece in both coupe and cab. I think it's one of the best looking Porsches ever made. The Cayman, well, isn't. Sure it's kind of cute from the rear angle but from the side it has some clumsy lines and overall it strikes me as kind of a 911 junior. (Or Boxster hardtop or whatever, but you can hardly call it a masterpiece).
Bottom line, with the 997S, I didn't feel that I compromised anything.
The first three felt so similar from the drivers seat that springing for the 997S was a pretty easy decision. It was the only one of the four that felt like a serious, race rooted sports car and quite frankly, the other three felt downright slow.
Then there's the matter of looks. To me, the 997's exterior design is a masterpiece in both coupe and cab. I think it's one of the best looking Porsches ever made. The Cayman, well, isn't. Sure it's kind of cute from the rear angle but from the side it has some clumsy lines and overall it strikes me as kind of a 911 junior. (Or Boxster hardtop or whatever, but you can hardly call it a masterpiece).
Bottom line, with the 997S, I didn't feel that I compromised anything.
10-06-2006 | 04:06 AM
#35
Instructor
Joined: Aug 2004
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From: Peterborough, UK
I guess as with any debate on which is better, it has to be done in the context of use. I wanted a car for everyday use, that gave me pleasure to drive, had bags of performance but was also relaxing to drive. For me the 997S was the only choice, and the extra rear seats were a big plus.
I also do a number of track days, and have a 964 C2 with a fair bit of mods that I prefer to the 997 in pure track fun, no gizmos or gadgets, lots of feedback and you feel every inch of the way. ( I should add I haven't taken the 997 on the track as yet, but I already know, while probably quicker, it would be less "seat of the pants" driving than the 964). Perhaps as I develop as a track driver, my opinion will change, but for now, the harder, less civilised and more basic 964 provides more immediate feedback and thrills when driving on the limit, even if the limit is that bit lower.
So for everyday use, the 997S got my vote and I purchased one, if the 964 went up in smoke and I was looking for a replacement, I think the Cayman S would be high up on my list of replacements or a GT3RS ( I Wish).
Just my opinion, and as I said, my view on the 997S for track use is based on instinct not on practical experience.
Al.
I also do a number of track days, and have a 964 C2 with a fair bit of mods that I prefer to the 997 in pure track fun, no gizmos or gadgets, lots of feedback and you feel every inch of the way. ( I should add I haven't taken the 997 on the track as yet, but I already know, while probably quicker, it would be less "seat of the pants" driving than the 964). Perhaps as I develop as a track driver, my opinion will change, but for now, the harder, less civilised and more basic 964 provides more immediate feedback and thrills when driving on the limit, even if the limit is that bit lower.
So for everyday use, the 997S got my vote and I purchased one, if the 964 went up in smoke and I was looking for a replacement, I think the Cayman S would be high up on my list of replacements or a GT3RS ( I Wish).
Just my opinion, and as I said, my view on the 997S for track use is based on instinct not on practical experience.
Al.
