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11-30-2012, 09:07 PM | #3 |
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Get the cayman. It's a sportier car in a brand new body style. The m3 is starting to show its age, although it still has one of the most magnificent engines and transmissions (dct) in production today and still a hoot to drive. But given the choice id go with the cayman.
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11-30-2012, 09:10 PM | #4 |
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They are very different cars. Depends on your wants/needs. Plenty of threads comparing the Cayman and M3 if you search.
I drove the 2012 Cayman S extensively before making my decision for the M3. The Cayman has a ton of strong points (handling, manual tranny, etc), but to me it felt unpractical and underpowered after stepping out of the M3. Are you planning to DD the car? That might help your decision as well. Another thing to consider is that new models always have a few kinks to work out...if you do some research, you'll find that early Caymans had quite a few issues. A roll of the dice...I'd personally wait until mid-cycle at least (or for the new R). It's a fun decision to make. Happy hunting. |
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11-30-2012, 10:38 PM | #5 |
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If you have no problem with a two seater then it's Cayman all the way, the new model is just an awsome car! And the M3 is getting old even though it's still competitive!
edit: I almost think it look better then the 911! Last edited by Alex07M3; 11-30-2012 at 11:05 PM.. |
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11-30-2012, 10:38 PM | #6 |
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i would probably take the cayman s.
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12-01-2012, 12:59 AM | #9 |
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like many mentioned, it's up to your needs
can't really compare the two in sporty characteristic perspective, because both are amazing at it equally. If you need 4 seats and probably DD it, then get the M3. If not, go for the Cayman. I do believe this new cayman looks a lot better than the previous one, and actually kicks ass than the 991 carrera
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12-01-2012, 01:01 AM | #10 |
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I was on the same boat but I ended up getting the M3.
1. Engine is a monster 2. I like having back seats 3. Cayman S is going to run you a few bucks more once i optioned it out 4. Couldn't fit the golf clubs in the cayman I did enjoy the ride more on the porsche tho.. sorry m3-ers.... |
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12-01-2012, 06:40 AM | #14 |
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That depends.
Are you comparing it to the new Cayman? Because no body drove the new Cayman yet. No one know how it will compare.
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12-01-2012, 09:41 AM | #18 |
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why is that? they probably said the same thing about the m3 when it came out compared to the e46 but look at your mod list.
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12-01-2012, 10:48 AM | #19 |
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I currently have both.
In favor of M3: Last of the 8 cyl, NA M cars, get em while you can Pulls harder than the Cayman Great sound of the engine More tech features standard or less money than P. Love the ability to stream music via bluetooth, pain in the butt having to plug my phone in in the Cayman More space for passengers and luggage. More stealthy No maintenance costs for 4 years (except for tires) Much less expensive than the Cayman unless you're really stingy with options In favor of Cayman S Handles better Better balanced Better overall fit and finish More exotic looking, draws more attention (can be a + and a -) Better club events like DE, back country drives and Autox Better transmission for track, PDK in sport+ holds every gear till redline Better fuel economy (not even close), especially regarding range, M3 wouldn't be as bad if it had a bigger fuel tank, seems like I'm always filling it up. It's a Porsche! |
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12-01-2012, 10:52 AM | #20 |
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You're talking a true sports car vs a sedan (or technically a coupe but with sedan proportions, height, weight etc)....completely different animals.
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