Thanks for doing this comparison of my vehicle against the Emira which I also had a deposit on. It came down to dealer network and the more subtle stealthy look of the Cayman. The Emira is definitely a looker and would turn too many heads for my liking. I just wished they offered PCCB for my model year only the 2020’s had them. The brake dust on the black wheels is a nightmare!

Lotus or Porsche, is a no-brainer but more like a personal preference. For me, it's the Porsche, and there is no alternative.

I have this Cayman in FrozenBerry Metallic, PDK. Drive her daily in the Bay Area , she puts a smile on my face whether Im on backroads, highway, or going to get groceries. The engine and the balance are awesome. Excellent vid

I got the Cayman GTS 4.0 as well. For one, I did have my name in the bucket for an Emira, as well, but the experience is just non-existent? no nothing for a year and I'm like whatever, I'm over it. Where as Porsche experience is... more than just the car itself. Lotus, it's just the car and that's it. 2. The Porsche, even though it can just be a fun weekend car, it can also be a daily. Where as, the Lotus, even with it being much more refined, somehow to me it feels like a second car at best to me. 3. Even between mid-engined cars, there are mid-engined cars that make you feel like you're sitting on the nose of the car over the front axle vs the Cayman that still makes you feel like you're also in the middle of the car. and that changes the dynamics for me dramatically. to me, the cayman rotates around you vs the Emira feels a bit more like the rear swings around you. It's hard to explain... 3. The engine.. my gawd the engine... The Lotus, even when supercharged, it's basically the same engine family as my old IS350, my Tacoma - the 2GR-xxx 3.5L v6. Really not special at all. I don't want to pay $100k and when I park the Emira next to my Tacoma know in my hear that the two have the same heart. 4. Yes the Emira looks like an exotic car, but Even the cayman in the right bright color looks amazing. Mine is Lava Orange. and just last week, a dude in a blue Range Rover stopped me on the street and asked what color it was and said "that car is fcking hot man! fcking hot!". In the right color the Cayman also turns all kinds of heads.

I lean (no pun intended) to do track days on my GSXR. This GTS 4.0 would be the ideal daily I think. So, like you said if you're not tracking the car this is the one to get. It is tempting to pony up 5k more here, 5k more there and 10 min later on the Porsche website you've spec'd out a 300k car; this seems to be the attainable sweetspot imho. Naturally aspirated flat 6 w that manual sounds like heaven, also Porsche reliability comparatively!

I have the Cayman and love it . There is no other car!

I own a 2.5 cayman GTS and love it. The torque band, the steering, the balance… it’s nimble and quick and a blast to whip in and out of traffic. I split it as daily driver use with a few other cars I have. I just drove from Savannah Georgia to Orlando fl on 1 tank of gas round trip. That’s insane! The exhaust note isn’t “as” good as a 6 or 8, obviously, but it honestly still sounds great. I also have a flat 6 992, and a Shelby GT350.. and as glorious as those are, the 4cyl does not dissapoint

I got Cayman. Mostly because it was available for a test drive and there was at least some sort of deadline for delivery. But overall even if I had options, I'd still go for Cayman, because PDK is better than torque converter that goes with V6. I also like the subtle looks more, and the practicality is much better. Had it for 2 weeks, couldn't be happier with it.

I ordered the Emira. The looks, steering, and damper compliance were my main reasons. I had a 911S that I loved; I couldn’t buy a Boxster/Cayman because I’d rather have another 911. I don’t have that issue with the Emira.

Love the Lowe-end induction sound! Reminds me of driving all the exotic cars in video games as a kid!

I got the last GTS produced with PCCB 10 days ago and this car is a hammer! Forget the Lotus, it is overprized british crap. The GTS 4.0 is in my opinion too low priced by Porsche compared to the 911 and what the car can do. In Germany the long gearing is no problem, because in smal twisty roads there is no radar and no cops, you just go as fast as you want. Topspeed after 3000km running in was 323 on the speedo, that was quite unexpected and is quite crazy...

I’d go Porsche for the sole reason that I could get it serviced more easily

the colour of this cayman is super cool, my dream car is this porsche 4.0 gts and i like it even more now

I had an Emira on order and after nearly 18 months and still no ETA I cancelled the order and went for the GTS. Now that I have seen an Emira in the flesh for the first time in Australia and the finish quality I am so glad I went with the Porsche. So many issues with the Emira

I had a deposit down on an Emira but got cold feet and bought one of these. I tested the Emira and it was every bit a very special car, amazing looks, steering, interior, feel, sound (love the SC wheeze) but I just wasn’t comfortable spending that amount of money on something that seemed to be a bit flaky still, maybe after a year or so of production they will be better. Each time I went to see it there was a small issue (it wouldn’t turn on one time, or the boot wouldn’t open were two problems). The GTS is in my mind is almost perfect, doesn’t look or feel quite as special and the steering isn’t as ‘alive’ as the Lotus (but the Emira can be a bit twitchy, I guess you get used to it) but the build quality is absolutely fantastic, the stereo (Bose in mine) is great and it is far more easy to live with - better storage and your stuff doesn’t get wet when you open the boot (crazy design flaw on the lotus). The Emira is an incredible car and I love it but it’s not for me. My GTS is Python green and all black (callipers, Porsche logo etc) and I love it! Nice video :)

Muddy Mines road! Just ordered a GTS 4.0L Cayman MT this afternoon from Porsche Livermore. Great review. “F yes” - perfectly summarized.

My 992 911S was the best daily till I crashed it and got 9 out possible 12 points for speeding. I’ve ordered another one delivery 2024. Till then I got a new slow Audi to carry me through

I am biased, as i have a 2015 Boxster GTS, manual transmission and i have a 2024Boxster GTS 4.0 on order. It took me almost two years to decide what to buy and the Emira was second on the list. The deciding factor is build quality. With a low production British car you must count on quality issues, ranging from electrical issues to trim issues and everything-in between. When i go for a drive i want to enjoy the drive and not worry about breakdowns or get annoyed with squeaks or rattles. Although the Emira beats the Boxster in looks every day, looking at the car in the garage being repaired gets long in the tooth quickly, hence my choice for Porsche. As an FYI with 40,000 km’s on the clock, never over the last 8 years did i have a problem with the Porsche period.

Oooh I need to check out your Lotus drive now 😊

I changed my GTS4.0 shifter to the GT4 short shifter which feels mildly-moderately shorter & stiffer. Now debating whether to swap it to the Numeric shifter with the stiffer spring which will make it more mechanical & bolt action in feel.

did you mention which has a more comfortable ride on everyday roads? your title falls short of the answer. i'm planning to pick one of these two up at the factory and touring europe and this video didn't help me pick

I love my 718 with PDK. It’s totally awesome.

Cayman 4.0 GTS over the Lotus ten times out of ten.

Very good review, thanks

I envy your dilemma! I'm happy with my 22 BRZ 6MT but those are dream cars. I'd probably go with the Porsche just because that engine and the interior quality/design, but the Lotus for everything else. I'm not a huge fan of the Cayman body style, on the other hand the Lotus is insane gorgeous.

This thing is child's play compared to the V6 Accord you pulled up next to at the end though 👌👌👌

Looks and sounds great and probably even better to drive.

I the fact I'm only 23 and can't quite afford one of these things before they make it a hybrid system.

which road is this? Looks familiar to me. Maybe Livermore, or on the way up to Mt. Hamilton?

nice review, great detail and enthusiasm I have a cgts 4.0 manual, would go for the emira as a second car but the gts 4.0 if I could only have one car in terms of enjoyment it's really how much you value a special engine over other aspects of a car, the supercharged Toyota v6 can't compare to a NA porsche flat six

Thank you for making this review I like Porsche Cayman Gts but I'm a little disappointed with two things carbon bucket seats and just two seats even some people will be disappointed about this but overall this car looks great sound is nice

I love Caymans color. Beautiful!

Similar driving experiences but more modern interior and exterior in the Emira!

Awesome review! I have a GT350 and recently sold it for a GTS4.0 PDK. However I am not impressed with the engine noise and feels missing my third paddle. Should I get a manual GT4 or switch back to the 350? Or maybe you could do a comparison video between the gts4.0 and GT4? Thanks you.

Cayman GTS 4.0 all day, it’s gonna still work after 4-5 years. Plus that engine::::::::::::::::❤

Love your channel and Zy’s! If one doesn’t have a vid out the other does. Tbh I think I would get both. I would buy what I think would be harder to get your hands on in prestigious condition. I would also base my decision if I were to buy one used which one could I live with not being the original owner. Id probably get the Porsche because eventually they will all be PDK. The cayman is a do it all kind of car to me and works for every occasion and entire. Then I double back for the lotus when funds permitted lol

I own a Cayman 981 but I wouldn’t consider a Cayman as best everyday Porsche. For me that’s my Macan GTS 2023. I also would consider if I could afford it the new 911 Dakar. The Macan faired very well against the Dakar in a recent Carwow test.

the Emira would need to come with its own towtruck to be taken seriously. I got my deposit back and went Cayman

The interior is old but still way better than new cars so we’ll build and as you would want it

Don’t forget that 2.5 GTS - great car

i will take........both. But without the roof (Boxster) and that lovely , beautifull Lotus..........I wish...

You said it, the engine in the p car is just special and the engine is the soul of any sports car. The toyota engine in the emira will always be the weakest link with an annoying whine

I think you are confusing pasm with traction control. You WANT pasm on for sure. I own a gts4.0 fwiw.

Absolutely no question I'd go with the GTS for several reasons: 1. More dealerships around the country means more service locations. 2. The 4 cylinder inline 6 is a tried and true, reliable engine. 3. It's a prettier car.

You couldn’t find a better road? Love the high rev 4.0 sound. Funny HP and torque numbers seem unimpressive but what a car.

Lucky to have you in my shoes… I too am waiting on an Emira order but cross shopping a Boxster/Cayman GTS and if finances allow, a Spyder. I really love the Porsche build quality compared to the currently-glitchy-and-delayed Emira. However, it’s also very much about looks, drama, and driving experience. First world problems. Ps, surprised to hear you say the Emira has a better transmission. Granted, I have yet to drive the Emira. All my perspective has been based on other’s reviews.

The Lotus will likely spend more time in the shop!

8:00 Emira 6MT FTW!

what color is that? thanks

Porsche 4L just hits differently

Is that Agate Gray or Aventurine Green?

I have a really hard time choosing between this and the Lotus Emira. Lotus Emira sounds better, has better steering feedback, better suspension and better looks. But this Porsche has better quality, better service, narrower, more practical.

いつも見ています‼️このボディカラーはアゲートグレーですか？

*Best Car ever made.* Porsches used to look like weird teapots on wheels. This thing is literally the proverbial sex on wheels - and a non-track Cayman that's finally fast! 💪

Storage, storage, storage. Cayman GTS 4.0

Hi, what color is? Great video!

I want to run to down to the dealer right now.

Do you have SPASM or PASM?

Are you speeding?

Would I rather drive a Porsche or a Lotus? I think this question is pretty easy to answer 😂

Man - I swear you all sound like the same person. Do you just have like 50 different youtube channels?

The 4.0 Cayman 👍

why does it sound so quiet.

Porsche anything over Lotus….ask yourself the same question 10 years and 100K miles from now.

Listen to the Evora video from Valvetronic Design. Then you can really hear the potential of the Emira engine sound. It is miles better than Porsche...

Gearing seems too tall tho

Why r u not wearing driving gloves???

Too lazy to work on cars or wait for tow truck nowadays, Porsche all the way.

I think I’d find those tall gear ratios in the manual Cayman frustrating for daily driving on the street.

Not sure what to say. I prefer cayman S, it is not much slower, not a fan of a linear acceleration either, and much more gas consumption (I know to get a porsche is not to save gas). I am actually regret to switch from Cayman S to GTS4.0, 20k+ is not worth totally. Just my opinion.

Porshe Gts > 💯

Interesting in that most folks have liked the Lotus steering better but thought the gear throw In the Porsche was superior. My 21 2.5T Manual was Heaven

He's out there just shifting to shift lol. Up shifts early just to downshift 🤦🏾‍♂️

Sorry, Porsche, all the way to the redline. As a kid growing up in the '70s and '80s, no one, and I mean no one, daydreamed about buying a Lotus. Nothing against Lotus, but Porsche's history and tradition are unmatched.

The Emira engine comes from the Camry. Enough said..

The GTS4.0 is too expensive. Lotus Emira, if quality and reliability have improved, it’s well worth the $85k for the base v6.

First one!

GTS 4.0 all day long

Gts

내 사랑 카이맨^^♡

It looks fantastic!! 🎉🎉 Finally, it doesn't look like a lizard with a swollen lower lip anymore. And that hideos gap in the bonnet is gone. Looks very Modern and 'one piece sculpted' now, beautiful!

Emira looks like a toy car, I would never choose it over GTS 4.0 just for the sake of 10% better steering feel or whatever.

Porsche

Not really buying it… too much money and slow….

Typical California road. Full of potholes, that is. Wonder where are our taxes going. 😢

BEST PORSCHE OR NOT IS DEFINITELLY OVERPRICED

Yes. But it isnt worth it. The S is 90% of the gts

Go for the Porsche, less money going to the CCP