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Porsche 718 Cayman (982) GT4 4.0 (420 Hp)
Overall Rating
Porsche 718:
The Porsche 718 is a series of one- or two-seat sports-racing cars built by Porsche from 1957 to 1962. An open-wheel single-seat model was developed for Formula racing.
The 718 was a development of the successful Porsche 550A with improvements made to the body work and suspension. The car's full name is 718 RSK, where "RS" stands for RennSport and the "K" reflects the shape of the car's revised torsion-bar suspension. It had a mid-engined layout and used the 142 horsepower 1. 5-litre Type 547/3 quad-cam engine introduced in the 550A....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Cayman (982) Overview:
Porsche 718 (Cayman (982)). With 420 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1420 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.4 s). The top speed reaches 304 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
GT4 4.0 (420 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The pinnacle of performance for the Cayman, offering a high-revving naturally aspirated flat-six with immense power, razor-sharp throttle response, and track-ready dynamics.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is secondary to performance in this track-focused variant, reflecting its high-revving, powerful engine characteristics.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional handling and steering precision
- • Powerful and engaging engines across the lineup
- • High-quality interior and build materials
- • Return of the naturally aspirated flat-six in higher trims
- • Excellent PDK transmission for rapid shifts
Cons:
- • Initial flat-four engine sound was polarizing for some purists
- • Firm ride quality, especially on sportier trims and larger wheels
- • Limited practicality with two seats and modest storage
- • High purchase price and expensive options list
- • Not Euro NCAP tested, lacking official safety ratings
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Cayman (982): October, 2018 - June, 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Porsche |
| Model: | 718 |
| Generation: | Cayman (982) |
| Modification (Engine): | GT4 4.0 (420 Hp) |
| Start of production: | September, 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 420 Hp @ 7600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 105.1 Hp/l [63mm more] |
| Torque: | 420 Nm @ 5000-6800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | DKDA More details about the engine DKDA |
| Engine displacement: | 3995 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Boxer |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8 l |
| Engine layout: | Middle, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 102 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 13:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 8000 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 10.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 15 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 8.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.9 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d-ISC-FCM |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 304 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.4 kg/Hp, 295.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.4 kg/Nm, 295.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 200 km/h: | 13.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1420 |
| Max. weight: | 1750 |
| Max load: | 330 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 150 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4456 mm mm [63mm more] |
| Width: | 1801 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1269 mm mm [17mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2484 mm mm [9mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1994 mm |
| Front track: | 1538 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1534 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 380x34 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 380x30 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 245/35 ZR20 95Y |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 8.5J x 20 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring, Transverse stabilizer |
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