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Track-Weapons Clash: Porsche 911 GT3 RS Vs. Porsche 718 GT4 RS - Storyboard

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  • The 911 GT3 RS and the 718 Cayman GT4 RS are the best track-focused sports cars in Porsche's current lineup
    The 911 GT3 RS and the 718 Cayman GT4 RS are the best track-focused sports cars in Porsche's current lineup
  • The 911 GT3 RS packs a 4.0-liter nat-asp flat-six which sits behind the rear axle - This engine is rated at 518 hp and 342 lb-ft of torque. It drives the rear wheels via either a 7-speed PDK
    The 911 GT3 RS packs a 4.0-liter nat-asp flat-six which sits behind the rear axle
    This engine is rated at 518 hp and 342 lb-ft of torque. It drives the rear wheels via either a 7-speed PDK
  • The 718 Cayman GT4 RS keeps the same 4.0-liter flat-six but is slightly detuned - In this flavor, the engine cranks 493 hp and 331 lb-ft of torque. Also, the engine sits in the middle of the chassis, unlike the GT3 RS
    The 718 Cayman GT4 RS keeps the same 4.0-liter flat-six but is slightly detuned
    In this flavor, the engine cranks 493 hp and 331 lb-ft of torque. Also, the engine sits in the middle of the chassis, unlike the GT3 RS
  • The 718 Cayman GT4 RS is not as hardcore as the GT3 RS, but is so much more than the other Cayman variants - The GT4 RS benefits from a carbon fiber hood, carbon fiber front and rear fenders, along with forged aluminum wheels. These are available with the GT3 RS as well, but being cheaper makes the Cayman GT4 RS more attractive
    The 718 Cayman GT4 RS is not as hardcore as the GT3 RS, but is so much more than the other Cayman variants
    The GT4 RS benefits from a carbon fiber hood, carbon fiber front and rear fenders, along with forged aluminum wheels. These are available with the GT3 RS as well, but being cheaper makes the Cayman GT4 RS more attractive
  • The 911 GT3 RS is the most track-focused 911 you can currently buy with 1895 lbs of downforce at 177 mph
    The 911 GT3 RS is the most track-focused 911 you can currently buy with 1895 lbs of downforce at 177 mph
  • One of the most impressive features of the GT3 RS is its (DRS). This is technology straight out of Formula 1, and it's a game-changer on the track
    One of the most impressive features of the GT3 RS is its (DRS). This is technology straight out of Formula 1, and it's a game-changer on the track
  • Beyond raw power, these machines are also packed to the brim with a lot of advanced hardware
    Beyond raw power, these machines are also packed to the brim with a lot of advanced hardware
  • The Cayman GT4 RS, while less sophisticated in some areas with standard PTV, should still offer a razor-sharp driving experience.
    The Cayman GT4 RS, while less sophisticated in some areas with standard PTV, should still offer a razor-sharp driving experience.
  • Both cars boast impressive braking performance thanks to massive aluminum brake rotors.
    Both cars boast impressive braking performance thanks to massive aluminum brake rotors.
  • Exterior Design, the GT3 RS looks like a race car for the road.
    Exterior Design, the GT3 RS looks like a race car for the road.
  • The Cayman GT4 RS in comparison appears to be a lot more subtle
    The Cayman GT4 RS in comparison appears to be a lot more subtle
  • Despite the focus on aggressive performance, a more modern interior graces the 911 GT3 RS - With a cleaner and modern look, especially the 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, the 911 GT3 RS's interior is more tech heavy with a dash of Alcantara
    Despite the focus on aggressive performance, a more modern interior graces the 911 GT3 RS
    With a cleaner and modern look, especially the 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, the 911 GT3 RS's interior is more tech heavy with a dash of Alcantara
  • The GT4 RS's cabin while functional and just as driver-focused does feature a slightly dated design - With an analog tachometer and a speedometer, along with a dinky 7.0-inch touchscreen display that only supports Apple CarPlay, the GT4 RS's cabin seems old but nostalgic
    The GT4 RS's cabin while functional and just as driver-focused does feature a slightly dated design
    With an analog tachometer and a speedometer, along with a dinky 7.0-inch touchscreen display that only supports Apple CarPlay, the GT4 RS's cabin seems old but nostalgic
  • With 9.2 cubic feet in the frunk, you can actually fit your weekend luggage if that matters to you, unlike the GT3 RS's with just 4.6 cubic feet
    With 9.2 cubic feet in the frunk, you can actually fit your weekend luggage if that matters to you, unlike the GT3 RS's with just 4.6 cubic feet
  • Weissach performance package is offered on both cars
    Weissach performance package is offered on both cars
  • The GT3 RS starts at $241,300. The Cayman GT4 RS, while still expensive at $164,200, represents significant savings of 77 grand.
    The GT3 RS starts at $241,300. The Cayman GT4 RS, while still expensive at $164,200, represents significant savings of 77 grand.
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  • Swipe up to read in detail about the few nail-biting differences between these two-track bred Porsche sports cars
    Swipe up to read in detail about the few nail-biting differences between these two-track bred Porsche sports cars
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