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Porsche 718 Cayman (982) GTS 2.5 (365 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 1375 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.9 s). The top speed reaches 290 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.
GTS 2.5 (365 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Excellent performance with strong mid-range torque from the turbocharged flat-four, delivering exhilarating acceleration and responsive handling.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for a high-performance sports car, benefiting from the turbocharged four-cylinder engine's efficiency.
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(Spyder (982): May, 2023 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Porsche |
| Model: | 718 |
| Generation: | Cayman (982) |
| Modification (Engine): | GTS 2.5 (365 Hp) |
| Start of production: | October, 2018 |
| End of production: | June, 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 365 Hp @ 6500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 146.2 Hp/l [25mm less] |
| Torque: | 420 Nm @ 2100-5500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | MA2.22 More details about the engine MA2.22 |
| Engine displacement: | 2497 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Boxer |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Middle, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 102 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 76.4 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d-TEMP-EVAP-ISC |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 290 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.8 kg/Hp, 265.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.3 kg/Nm, 305.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1375 |
| Max. weight: | 1450 |
| Max load: | 75 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 150 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4393 mm mm [25mm less] |
| Width: | 1801 mm mm [21mm less] |
| Height: | 1286 mm mm [34mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2475 mm mm [7mm less] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1994 mm |
| Front track: | 1527 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1535 mm |
| 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 [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 235/35 ZR20 88Y; 265/35 ZR20 95Y |
| Wheel rims size | 20 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | McPherson |
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