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Originally Posted by ZDan
While we're talking about Caymans (Caymen?)...
My unexpected conclusion after driving both the BRZ and 987 Cayman last year was that the BRZ is a lot more fun to drive on the street, and maybe a bit more fun at the track as well. I know the 987 is lauded as having fantastic steering, but honestly I was never that impressed with it. Too slow on-center, and I wasn't a fan of the variable ratio. Didn't help that the steering wheel was too big either. I would have *LOVED* to have the BRZ's steering in the Cayman! Opposite of the conventional wisdom, but I like the 981's steering more than the 987s! A bit quicker and doesn't seem as nonlinear (still variable ratio though). The 981s I drove also had the smaller-diameter steering wheels which helped vs my school-bus-steering-wheel 987. I *still* like the BRZ's steering better though!
Sold the 987 earlier this year and it wasn't a tough decision. BRZ wins! For me anyway... The Porsche should be more like the Toyobaru, IMO, not vice versa!
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This is great insight into both cars, thank you! It’s great to see someone drive the cars and give a truly honest opinion. I’m sure anyone that buys a Cayman wants to justify the cost, and that can cloud your judgement. Every version of the Cayman has been an awesome car, and there is a reason it’s a benchmark sports car. But it’s not perfect. I’ve only spent limited time in them, the prior generation S and GTS models. I thought they were great, and the build quality is high. The steering was really good but seemed to have more vague on center feel than I was expecting. It’s refined several steps beyond the twins.
The playful nature and honesty of the twins is hard to beat. They do everything you want in corners, and you feel so connected to the experience. Similar to the Miata, it’s so difficult to beat affordable, lightweight, RWD, and excellent steering. Truly all the 86/BRZ “need” is a little more power, and a more aggressive exhaust note. And better tires. [emoji6]
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