Porsche 718 Cayman S
Porsche 718 Cayman S (Super Street)
The Porsche 718 Cayman S is a sharp, mid-engine German sports car built for balance, feedback, and everyday usability. In real life it sits at the heart of Porsche’s compact performance lineup, blending a turbocharged flat-four with the kind of chassis tuning that makes the Cayman name so respected among driving enthusiasts.
Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)
Powertrain: 2.5L turbocharged flat-4 (mid-mounted, longitudinal)
Total Output: ~350 hp (261 kW)
Redline: ~7,500 rpm
Transmission: 7-speed PDK dual-clutch automatic
Weight: ~1,340 kg
Dimensions: ~4,379 mm long × 1,801 mm wide × 1,295 mm tall | Wheelbase 2,475 mm
Tires: Performance road tires on 18- or 19-inch alloy wheels
Brakes: Ventilated steel discs with optional Porsche ceramic composite brakes
Layout: Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
In the Simulator Feel
The 718 Cayman S is a well-balanced, confidence-building sports car that rewards tidy inputs and clean lines. Its mid-engine layout gives it excellent rotation and a very neutral feel through fast direction changes, while the relatively modest power makes it approachable for newer drivers and satisfying for experts who appreciate momentum driving. It’s quick enough to be fun anywhere, but it really shines when you lean on chassis balance rather than brute acceleration.
Engine & Sound: The turbo flat-four has a distinctive, slightly gruff tone compared with Porsche’s classic six-cylinder soundtrack. There’s solid low-end torque, a noticeable turbo build, and a clean midrange surge that makes the car feel punchy out of slower corners. It may not sing like a naturally aspirated engine, but it delivers strong, usable performance with a refined road-car character.
Handling Characteristics:
Cornering: Extremely neutral and predictable, with excellent turn-in and tidy mid-corner balance.
Traction: Good rear grip and smooth power delivery, especially if you’re patient on corner exit.
Braking: Strong, stable braking performance with easy modulation for trail-braking.
Top Speed: Respectable for a road sports car, though it’s more about corner speed than outright straight-line pace.
Driving Style Tip: Drive it like a precision tool. Keep your inputs smooth, use the mid-engine balance to your advantage, and focus on maintaining momentum through the corners. It’s especially rewarding on technical circuits where confidence and consistency matter more than raw horsepower.
Livery & Aesthetics: The Cayman S has classic Porsche proportions in compact form — low, clean, and purposeful. The sculpted side intakes, wide stance, and tight rear deck give it an athletic look, and in sim it looks right at home in everything from understated metallic finishes to bold track-day liveries.
Whether you’re carving up a mountain road, running hot laps, or just enjoying a well-sorted modern Porsche, the 718 Cayman S is one of the most rewarding road cars in sim racing — balanced, approachable, and deeply polished.