low end accelaration question
#1
Instructor
Thread Starter
low end accelaration question
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?
#2
Rennlist Member
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.
#3
Instructor
Thread Starter
Thanks, that's a big help. I prefer low end torque.
#5
Rennlist Member
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.
#7
Instructor
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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.
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#8
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.
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.
#10
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.
#11
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.
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.
#13
Instructor
Thread Starter
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
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.
#14
Racer
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
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