Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS

The vehicle in detail

The Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS was officially unveiled in November 2021 at the Los Angeles Auto Show. This is the most radical version of the 718 range, crowning the Cayman family with a model resolutely geared toward the track. It marks a significant milestone in the history of Porsche mid-engine sports cars, incorporating, for the first time, a naturally aspirated engine derived directly from the 911 GT3. Designed to offer an optimal compromise between lightness, driving precision, and pure performance, the GT4 RS is aimed at enthusiasts looking for a road-legal car built for the track.

The optional Weissach Package reinforces the radical character of the 718 Cayman GT4 RS by adding exposed carbon fiber elements to the hood, air intakes, and spoiler, while also integrating a lighter titanium roll bar and specific titanium exhaust outlets. The interior features an extended Race-Tex finish. This pack also offers the option of optional forged magnesium wheels, further reducing weight without affecting pure performance.

The 718 GT4 RS is powered by a naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-six developing 500 hp at 8,400 rpm and 450 Nm of torque at 6,750 rpm. This engine is paired exclusively with a 7-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission. Thanks to a reduced curb weight of 1,415 kg, the car reaches 60 mph in just 3.4 seconds and a top speed of 195 mph. Aerodynamics have also been optimized, notably with a fixed rear wing inspired by the GT3’s “swan-neck” style, providing maximum downforce. As a result, on the Nürburgring, it clocked a time of 7 minutes and 4 seconds, 20 seconds less than the GT4, confirming its status as a true track beast.