2009 Porsche Cayman S PDK (0-60 in 4.5 secs)

sbsmoov · 12-17-2008, 12:16 PM

I came across this MotorTrend test of the Porsche Cayman S PDK (PDK stands for Porsche double-clutch gearbox). Very impressive performance numbers to 60 mph without much effort.

Quote:

Meanwhile, new software aids include brake-based hill-holding and launch control (we saw a two-way zip-to-60 average of 4.5 seconds without even trying -- way faster than the 4.9 seconds Porsche is officially stating). Porsche claims a 171-mph top speed.

2009 PORSCHE CAYMAN S

Base price = $45,300
Price as tested = $61,150
Vehicle layout = Mid-engine, RWD, 2-pass, 2-door hatchback
Engine = 3.4L/320-hp/273-lb-ft DOHC, 24-valve flat-6
Transmission = 7-speed dual-clutch automatic
Curb weight = 3000 lb (mfr)
Wheelbase = 95.1 in
Length x width x height = 171.1 x 70.9 x 51.4 in
0-60 mph = 4.5 sec
EPA city/hwy fuel econ = 21/28 mpg (est)
CO2 emissions = 0.82 lb/mile (est)
On sale in U.S. March 2009

Here's the link to the full article:
2009 Porsche Cayman S PDK - First Drive - Motor Trend

nogoodname · 12-17-2008, 12:18 PM

of course the double-clutch gearbox will help in acceleration but it comes with a price

no way will the 370z come with one...lol

MC · 12-17-2008, 12:19 PM

how fast is the regular 997 with PDK. cant be much quicker can it?

Greg · 12-17-2008, 01:03 PM

Well the official 997s 0-60 from porsche for a non pdk car is 4.5 secs, 4.3 maybe?

LOL! So the 09s croc is $14k cheaper than the current one?

SnakeBitten · 12-17-2008, 03:48 PM

Nice read thanks. Ive been saying this fact on both boards to some that think the 370z will hang with the 09 Cayman S. Not gonna happen. This advantage to 60mph will increase as speeds go up. Plus the lighter weight of the 09 CS will make it an uphill battle for the 370z to handle on track. 171mph top speed too. Whats the 370z claimed top speed?

Would be nice to see Nissan give the Z the DCT and really give Porsche heartburn. Im a 6 speed kinda guy though but it would be astounding to have a DCT 370z at under 40k. What would you buy a 60-70k Cayman S for, other than prestige, if you had a DCT 370z available?

shumby · 12-17-2008, 03:50 PM

G top speed is limited to 155mph however it is only pulling like 6000 RPM at that range.

I would expect the Z to be close.

SnakeBitten · 12-17-2008, 04:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shumby

G top speed is limited to 155mph however it is only pulling like 6000 RPM at that range.

I would expect the Z to be close.

Close to the G's 155mph or the CS 171mph? I hope the Z is unfettered with speed limiters....Im guessing here but Im thinking flatout sans any limiters, it should top out around the 165mph range?

shumby · 12-17-2008, 04:25 PM

I will let you know after I get my Cobb AP what the top speed on the G is unrestricted.

SnakeBitten · 12-17-2008, 04:35 PM

Cool cant wait.

This will be a modded G top speed run though.

shumby · 12-17-2008, 04:43 PM

well only exhaust and HFC's

sbsmoov · 12-17-2008, 04:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shumby

G top speed is limited to 155mph however it is only pulling like 6000 RPM at that range.

I would expect the Z to be close.

Can the limiter/governor be turned off?

shumby · 12-17-2008, 04:57 PM

yes with a reflash or cobb AP, other options will follow i am sure

Endgame · 12-17-2008, 05:18 PM

So.. the Z is only .2 behind the Cayman S according to MT. Not bad. I will take it. AND, Porsche better not had let the Z beat the new Cayman S!! I bet the Nismo will match it however.

I am just happy the new Z matches the old Cayman S.

sbsmoov · 12-17-2008, 05:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Endgame

AND, Porsche better not had let the Z beat the new Cayman S!!

Nissan is not done yet--more headache is on the way for Porsche.

Endgame · 12-17-2008, 06:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sbsmoov

Nissan is not done yet--more headache is on the way for Porsche.

Care to elaborate??

12-17-2008, 01:03 PM	#4 (permalink)
Greg Track Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: San Francisco Age: 56 Posts: 551 Drives: 06 350 ZR CS Rep Power: 299	Well the official 997s 0-60 from porsche for a non pdk car is 4.5 secs, 4.3 maybe? LOL! So the 09s croc is $14k cheaper than the current one? __________________ Chef Greg At Your Service

12-17-2008, 03:48 PM	#5 (permalink)
SnakeBitten Base Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Midwood Posts: 232 Drives: 05 DBZ M6 Rep Power: 16	Nice read thanks. Ive been saying this fact on both boards to some that think the 370z will hang with the 09 Cayman S. Not gonna happen. This advantage to 60mph will increase as speeds go up. Plus the lighter weight of the 09 CS will make it an uphill battle for the 370z to handle on track. 171mph top speed too. Whats the 370z claimed top speed? Would be nice to see Nissan give the Z the DCT and really give Porsche heartburn. Im a 6 speed kinda guy though but it would be astounding to have a DCT 370z at under 40k. What would you buy a 60-70k Cayman S for, other than prestige, if you had a DCT 370z available? __________________ Last edited by SnakeBitten; 12-17-2008 at 03:52 PM.

12-17-2008, 03:50 PM	#6 (permalink)
shumby Captin Canuck Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: with your mom Age: 44 Posts: 6,288 Drives: your sister Rep Power: 236	G top speed is limited to 155mph however it is only pulling like 6000 RPM at that range. I would expect the Z to be close. __________________ Originally Posted by SAM@GTM Engine detonation is not normal and it should never never happen, and whoever told that need to do something else for living . Sam

12-17-2008, 04:25 PM	#8 (permalink)
shumby Captin Canuck Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: with your mom Age: 44 Posts: 6,288 Drives: your sister Rep Power: 236	I will let you know after I get my Cobb AP what the top speed on the G is unrestricted. __________________ Originally Posted by SAM@GTM Engine detonation is not normal and it should never never happen, and whoever told that need to do something else for living . Sam

12-17-2008, 04:35 PM	#9 (permalink)
SnakeBitten Base Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Midwood Posts: 232 Drives: 05 DBZ M6 Rep Power: 16	Cool cant wait. This will be a modded G top speed run though. __________________ Last edited by SnakeBitten; 12-17-2008 at 04:38 PM.

12-17-2008, 12:18 PM	#2 (permalink)
nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1764	of course the double-clutch gearbox will help in acceleration but it comes with a price no way will the 370z come with one...lol

12-17-2008, 12:19 PM	#3 (permalink)
MC Moderator Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: NC Posts: 3,238 Drives: 2015 GTR NISMO Rep Power: 23	how fast is the regular 997 with PDK. cant be much quicker can it?

12-17-2008, 04:43 PM	#10 (permalink)
shumby Captin Canuck Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: with your mom Age: 44 Posts: 6,288 Drives: your sister Rep Power: 236	well only exhaust and HFC's __________________ Originally Posted by SAM@GTM Engine detonation is not normal and it should never never happen, and whoever told that need to do something else for living . Sam

12-17-2008, 04:57 PM	#12 (permalink)
shumby Captin Canuck Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: with your mom Age: 44 Posts: 6,288 Drives: your sister Rep Power: 236	yes with a reflash or cobb AP, other options will follow i am sure __________________ Originally Posted by SAM@GTM Engine detonation is not normal and it should never never happen, and whoever told that need to do something else for living . Sam

12-17-2008, 05:18 PM	#13 (permalink)
Endgame A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Phoenix Posts: 1,613 Drives: Nothing Now! Rep Power: 223	So.. the Z is only .2 behind the Cayman S according to MT. Not bad. I will take it. AND, Porsche better not had let the Z beat the new Cayman S!! I bet the Nismo will match it however. I am just happy the new Z matches the old Cayman S.

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