Recently, there’s been a lot of debate over the implications of the Porsche Cayman S for the 911 Carrera. Many automotive journalists and bloggers wonder if the base 911 will still have a place in the Porsche lineup that the sub-$60,000 Cayman S becomes available. In an effort to answer these questions, Automobile Magazine has published a comparison of the two cars. The review praises the Cayman for its predictable handling and strong performance numbers, but the 911 is “completely different,” and thus, still has an important niche. “Its extreme weight distribution calls for more driving skill, as you use the accelerator pedal and brakes to shift weight back and forth to optimize grip during acceleration, braking, and cornering. As a result, the 911 feels like a much larger car with somewhat slower responses. Yet the 911 has far more personality than the Cayman, and the fact that the 911 is quieter and more composed on the freeway than the somewhat shrill Cayman also counts in its favor.” The Cayman may come close to the 911 in terms of performance numbers — it may also be easier to handle — but “no matter what the numbers say, of course, the 911’s mystique will always make it the dominant car in this equation for Porsche traditionalists.”
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