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911 Carrera GTS Lightweight vs 718 Cayman GT4 RS

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1/4 Mile winner
718 Cayman GT4 RS
Beats the 911 Carrera GTS Lightweight by 0.02s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the 718 Cayman GT4 RS beats the 911 Carrera GTS Lightweight by a hair, finishing 0.02 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 718 Cayman GT4 RS thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
473 hp
493 hp
0–100 km/h
3.2s
3.2s
Top speed
311 km/h
315 km/h
Engine
3.0L Twin-Turbo Flat-6
4.0L Naturally Aspirated Flat-6
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
570 Nm
450 Nm
Price
$145,300
$141,700

Simulated race times

Distance
911 Carrera GTS Lightweight
718 Cayman GT4 RS
100 m
4.792s
4.793s
1/8 mile
7.078s
7.074s
1/4 mile
10.628s
10.612s
1 km
19.000s
18.932s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

If budget is the deciding factor, the 718 Cayman GT4 RS is the obvious pick at $141,700 versus the 911 Carrera GTS Lightweight's $145,300. Both are formidable. The 911 Carrera GTS Lightweight suits buyers who prioritise balance and finesse; the 718 Cayman GT4 RS appeals to those after the bigger output.

FAQ

Which is faster, the 911 Carrera GTS Lightweight or the 718 Cayman GT4 RS?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 718 Cayman GT4 RS is faster, beating the 911 Carrera GTS Lightweight by 0.02 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 911 Carrera GTS Lightweight vs the 718 Cayman GT4 RS?

The 911 Carrera GTS Lightweight hits 100 km/h in 3.2 seconds, while the 718 Cayman GT4 RS does it in 3.2 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The 911 Carrera GTS Lightweight produces 473 hp; the 718 Cayman GT4 RS produces 493 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The 911 Carrera GTS Lightweight tops out at 311 km/h, and the 718 Cayman GT4 RS reaches 315 km/h.

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