981 Cayman S vs GT350

triso07

No other cars are options here people ... ahem GTR

You can only have one fun toy that fixes your performance niche. Back roads, normal everyday trips, track days, etc.

Nixin

In that case, it's time to expand your options

ZCanadian

Slurpppp. Needs salt.

Yes, definitely more and better cars out there.

The Nissan GTR is an amazing piece of engineering, with a somewhat dated but distinctive appearance. I think it's too expensive for what it is, and cannot see it holding its value (but neither will the ubiquitous Mustang Cobra). For peformance, GTR looks great on paper . . . until you get to one particular line on the spec sheet. It weighs twice what my car does, and for why??? That's why, on the track, they are known for eating their own transmissions and needing long periods to cool brakes between sessions. Tire temperature management has to be critical on this car in high performance situations, too. For me, that makes the entry from Stuttgart a far better option. Looks, cachet, comfort, and performance in one tidy package. Yes, it screams "dentist", but at least affluent dentist.

The GT350 R is a good derivative of a proven winner. I'm not sure what it is good for besides getting nods from owners of lesser Mustangs. It will still get eaten alive on the 1/4 mile by modded cars that look far slower. But to me Ford made a better choice than FCA's Hellcat pair. Your mileage may vary.

I'd take a hard look at the Alfa Giulia Q. Saw one this week and was truly impressed. You get to bank a healthy difference, too.