Porsche has launched the new 718 Cayman GT4 RS in India with prices starting at Rs 2.54 Cr (ex-showroom India). The track-focused GT4 RS is the most powerful derivative of the 718 Cayman that is on sale in India, apart from being the most expensive model in the range. It is also the first generation of the Cayman to get Porsche’s RS badging. Compared to the standard Cayman GT4, the RS is lighter and receives several more performance-oriented changes.
Starting with the engine, the 4.0-litre naturally aspirated flat-six reaches revs up to 9,000 rpm, which develops 493 bhp at 8,400 rpm and 450 Nm of torque at 6,750 rpm. Compared to the GT4, the Redline tops out at 79 bhp and 31 Nm of power and torque above 1,000 rpm, respectively. The engine also gets a revised air-intake system with new vents replacing the rear quarter window with existing rear fender vents. The engine is mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox that sends power to the rear wheels. Porsche has also reduced some of the weight of the Cayman, whose RS is about 35kg lighter than the standard GT4. This equates to a faster 3.4 second 0-100 kmph sprint time (as opposed to 4.4 seconds) and a top speed of 315 kmph.
Compared to the regular GT4, the RS gets a more revving engine, more power, upgraded aero and mechanicals.
Other changes under the skin include bigger brakes with an RS-specific suspension set-up including revised dampers, springs and anti-roll bars.
Weight saving measures come down to the more widespread use of carbon fiber re-enforced plastics in the bodywork such as the bonnet and front fenders, lighter rear glass and less sound insulation. The GT4 RS also gets an enhanced aerodynamics package compared to the standard GT4, offering 25 percent more downforce at their performance settings.
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At its price point, the Cayman GT4 RS moves well into Porsche 911 territory, with prices higher than the regular 911 Carrera range and similar to the 911 GT3.
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