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Which is faster?
The Porsche 981 Cayman S is faster — 7.6s quicker on average across 30 shared tracks.
Specifications
| Specifications | Volkswagen Golf R Mk7 Golf R Mk7 | Porsche 981 Cayman S 981 Cayman S |
|---|---|---|
| Model Years | 2015-2019 | 2013-2016 |
| horsepower | 296 | 325 |
| torque (N_M) | 380 | 369 |
| weight (KG) | 1,389 | 1,320 |
| Power to Weight | 0.21 | 0.25 |
| Rank | #240 | #129 |
| Tire |
240 CONTISPORTCONTACT 5P
235/35/19 |
220 P-ZERO
235/40/19 / 265/40/19 |
| engine Description | 2.0L turbo I4 VW Golf R | 3.4L NA flat-6 (MA1) |
| gearbox | 6-SPEED MANUAL | 6-SPEED MANUAL |
| drive Type | AWD | RWD |
| wheelbase (MM) | 2632 | 2474 |
| width (MM) | 1790 | 1801 |
| length (MM) | 4276 | 4379 |
| height (MM) | 1436 | 1295 |
| 0 - 60 MPH | 5 SECs | 5 SECs |
| top Speed (KPH) | 249 | 283 |
| price MSRP | $ 40,395 | $ 64,750 |
| Current Value | $ 28,500 | $ 55,000 |
| OVERALL VS AVERAGE LAP TIMES | +0.91s | -1.92s |
Volkswagen Golf R Mk7 Golf R Mk7 — Lap Times vs Average
Lap Times
| Track Name | Golf R Mk7 Golf R M… | 981 Cayman S 981 Caym… | Diff | Mod | Treadwear TW | Video |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta Motorsports Park (CCW) | 1:37.91 | 1:32.46 | +5.45 | Medium | >200 | |
| Watkins Glen International (Full Circuit w/ Loop) | 2:13.64 | 2:10.1 | +3.54 | Medium | >200 | ▶ VS ▶ |
| Willow Springs Raceway (Streets) | 1:26.07 | 1:24.1 | +1.97 | Medium | 141–200 | |
| Laguna Seca (Pre 2023) | 1:46.95 | 1:41.26 | +5.69 | Stock | >200 |
Additional Lap Times
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