However, the R incarnation deserves our full attention, as it comes to offer an involving driving experience through the use of lightweight materials. The vehicle tips the scales at 1,295 kg (2,855 lbs), 55 kg (121 lbs) lower than the S version of the Cayman, with Porsche using multiple lightweight components and sending anything that doesn’t boost performance to the trash.
Here’s how Porsche describes the toughest Cayman released so far: “Upon its launch in September 2005, the Porsche Cayman redefined the concept of the mid-engined sports coupe, combining scintillating chassis dynamics with characteristically sporting levels of responsiveness from its flat-six engines. Now, with the introduction of the Cayman R, Porsche has further developed the car by reducing weight, increasing horsepower and raising agility and handling to new heights.”
At the center of this Porsche, we find an upgraded 3.4 liter six-cylinder powerplant that produces 330 hp (10 hp more than the Cayman S’ unit). Working with a six-speed manual, the engine pushes the car to 62 mph in 5 seconds. The time can be cut to 4.9 seconds through the use of an optional PDK double-clutch transmission.
“Historically, special Porsche models with optimised sporting performance were identified by the moniker 'R', for Racing. The most revered model of this type is the 911 R of 1967. This specialised, lightweight edition of the 911 coupe had a 210 hp flat six engine shared with the Carrera 6 sports racer and weighed just 830 kg. Just 19 examples were built,” a company statement reads, explaining the originas of the R moniker.
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