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Best Motoring Races S2000, 135i, 370Z, Cayman S and 911

Wes Siler — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 09:00:00 EDT

The bestest motoring show from the land of the rising sun, Best Motoring, ran the Honda S2000, BMW 135i, Nissan 370Z, Porsche Cayman S and 911 together on the same track. The result? We told you so.

Porsche Cayman Croctoberfest Mega Gallery

Wes Siler — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 18:40:00 EST

Named after a species of crocodile-like creatures, the Porsche Cayman is affectionately referred to amongst its fans as “Croc.” Croctoberfest 3, held during the first weekend of October at Porsche North America’s Atlanta headquarters and organized by the Cayman Club, was the world’s biggest gathering of Caymans to date. Check out the mega gallery of hot Croc-on-Croc action below.

[via Cayman Club]

Porsche Cayman RS In The Works?

Matt Hardigree — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 14:00:00 EDT

Photos of a Porsche Cayman S with a few minor tweaks undergoing some extreme handling has the folks over at NextAutos speculating as to whether or not this could be an RS version of the mid-level Porsche. The pictures show that this model has what appears to be a new front spoiler and larger rear spoiler when compared to the stock S. An RS version of the Cayman could see power jump from 303 horsepower in S trip to nearly 340 horsepower.

On one hand, Porsche has no reservations about producing special editions. On the other hand, the Cayman S was already close enough to the 911 to create a risk of cannibalizing sales of its big brother, and an RS version could push it closer to that territory. [Next Autos]

New 303 HP Porsche Cayman S Sport Leaks Onto Net

Andrew Stoy — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 09:00:00 EDT

The first photo we've seen of the upcoming 2010 Porsche Cayman S Sport has already made its way to the web, we're assuming from the pages of some Euro buff book by way of a fan-forum and an enthusiast's scanner. Details are still sketchy, but word has it the uprated Cayman will have eight extra horsepower, raising the total to 303, and feature the Porsche Active Stability Management system along with a suspension that sits about four tenths of an inch lower. The orange-and-black paint scheme in the pictured car appears vaguely reminiscent of the 911 GT3 RS, but we'll have to wait and see if that's the sole color offered or whether Porsche gives us additional hues from which to choose. [CarScoop]

2010 Porsche Cayman S, Boxster S Revealed By Internal Renderings

Wes Siler — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:00:00 EDT

We have it on good authority that these renderings accurately show the 2010 Porsche Cayman S and 2010 Porsche Boxster S. In addition to the face-lifted looks, powertrain changes should make both cars faster and more fun to drive, with the Cayman S being boosted to 320 HP and 273 lb-ft of torque while returning better fuel economy. Make the jump for more details and analysis. Update: It looks like LSD will be optional on both models, although it's still not clear if it'll be mechanical or torque biasing.

These renderings appeared on the Cayman Club message board, where details of their origin were not known. Internal sources have now revealed to us that these are authentic representations of both new models.

We hate to say it, but it looks like two of the best sports cars on sale are getting better. Direct injection and revised variable cam profiles combine to deliver both improved power and economy, while the standard spec receives a welcome boost. But — and this is a big 'but' — ~~there's still no limited-slip differential~~, which, in our opinion was the only thing holding the current model back. Regardless, the current Cayman and Boxster are not just our pick of the Porsche litter, but our favorite contemporary sports cars, delivering the right blend of performance, handling and involvement, making them capable of embarrassing cars that cost several times the Cayman S' $59,100 price tag. Oh yeah, and expect that to increase as well.

The revised 7-speed PDK manumatic will cease being the manual's poor relation for 2010, now offering faster shift times and 911-like launch control.

It looks like the 911 Turbo-esque LED driving lights are just an optional extra, rather than an indicator of a new turbocharged model, as previously rumored.

• More power and torque in comparison to Cayman/S:
+20 HP / +25 HP and +27 Nm / +30 Nm (2010 Cayman: 265 HP, 221 lb-ft; Cayman S: 320 HP, 273 lb-ft)
• Performance differentiation in comparison to Boxster II/S II:
+10 HP/ +15 HP (2010 Boxster: 255 HP; Boxster S: 310 HP)

• Improved performance (driving dynamics, laptimes, fun to drive):
- increased power and torque: new DFI technology for S-model
- faster acceleration and take-off:

• PDK 7-speed with new steering wheel, shifts faster than manual gearbox

• Launch Control, with Sport Chrono package in conjunction with PDK
- improved driving dynamics/lap times: axle-differential-lock,

• PDK, PASM and 19" wheels

• Reduced fuel consumption:
-2% - 14% (with DFI Engine + PDK) vs. Cayman I

• Improved standard equipment:
6-speed MT, CDR 30, PSM+, drive-off assistant

• Light Innovation
- New double tube headlights
- LED front position lights,
- Bi-Xenon headlights incl. dynamic cornering lights and LED daytime running lights (option)

• Interior Change
- New CDR 30 with 5 inch screen
- New PCM 3.0 touchscreen (option)
- Air ventilated seats (option)
- New PDK steering wheel

• Style Change
- Front and rear end
- Mirrors
- Exhaust pipes
- Wheels 17" / 18 "/ 19"

• Light Innovation II
- LED taillights
- LED brake lights
- LED rear fog light

• Chassis Innovation
- Revised chassis setup
- Rear axle-differential-lock (option)
- Brake assistant
- Larger brake disc/caliper front

• Improved dynamics

• Powertrain Innovation
- New DFI-engine generation for 3.4 l
- New VC+ 2.9 l engine
- New 7-speed PDK (option)

• Improved fuel efficiency

[via The Cayman Club]