Biggest Difference between 986 and 987

[mikefocke]

Noted between the last 986 model of 2004 and the 987 at introduction

Variable ratio power steering

Stiffer chassis, wider wheel alignment

Bigger brakes

Head airbags

PSM standard

17” wheels standard (18”, 19” optional)

Improved headlights (not just in looks but in the non-Litronics better lighting)

More cockpit room

Better positioned roll bars
http://sites.google.com/site/mikefocke2/modelyeardifferences

[pothole]

Originally Posted by eightsandaces

I think this is sort of funny, I don't see any "menacing" aspects inherent to the 987 body. IMO, the most menacing Boxster, which can also back it's looks with blistering performance = http://www.gizmag.com/go/4188/picture/12212/


The new Boxster Spyder also qualifies for an exotic more determined looking vehicle.

Er, what? Who said anything about "menacing"? Not me!

[eightsandaces]

Originally Posted by pothole

Er, what? Who said anything about "menacing"? Not me!

What does "more immediate road presence" mean then? If you're talking about superior power and torque, then of course. I'm just saying I don't see "more presence or speed" communicated in the updated sheet metal.