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Originally posted by Another S in S
we can expect a similar big improvement in handling in the 987 base vs. 986S (current 986 base has same suspension as the S)
If the above are true, is it possible the 987 base will have better performance than the current 986S? Keep in mind the 987 base will weigh less than the current 986S due to its smaller engine (but more torque than current 986 base) and 5 speed (vs. 6 speed).
WOW- imagine the 987 base having better performance than the 986S. Something for 'S' shoppers to keep in mind. Don't fall for those heavy discounts. You might be very sorry in 5 - 6 months if the 987 base has better performance than your 'S'.
As for me, my plan is to upgrade my '00 base to the '05 987S (assuming there are no tranny issues). [/B]
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I heard/read differently. I heard the suspension is essentially the same and being carried over from the 986. The base 986 does not have the same suspension setup as the 986 S. I believe the roll bars are thicker and the springs are stiffer than in your 00 base(among other things). This basically gives it more competent steering as evidenced by numerous tests. One example is the Road and Track I have sitting next to the ****************ter. It's backlog of road-tests indicate the the S does the slalom at 73mph(faster than the Carrera Gt they tested and only slightly slower than one car, the Enzo). The base did the same slalom at 68 mph. 5 mph difference in the slalom is ENORMOUS. The S also pulls slightly harder on the skidpad(.95 to .92 I believe). If the suspension on these two cars are the same then why does the S literally run circles around the base in the slalom and also outdo it at the skidpad? The tires may be slightly wider on the S but there is no way 10mm more width of tire tread is going to give you 5 mph in the slalom. For all I know they may have tested a base with 225/265 tires which is the same as the S.
The 238hp 987 base will probabbly not be any faster than a 258hp 986 S. It will be maybe a 100lbs lighter than the 986 s if that. And you say "oh it will have the 5 spd too, not the 6 spd" like this it is going to be an advantage at the drag strip or something. Let me get this through your head because it obviously didn't sink in before when Lux and I said it. THE 5 SPD IS SLOWER THAN THE SIX SPD. If it can do better than a 13.7 sec 1/4 mile run then I will buy you a 987 S. Don't hold your breath
Thankyou. Have a nice day
