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[Boxtaboy]

Originally Posted by blue2000s

So would you say the 987 is more refined and dare I say, softer, than the 986?

I own a 2.7L 986, but have driven a 2.5L 986, 3.2 986S, 3.4 converted 986, 3.2L 987S and 3.4 987S, and my experience is that the 986 model cars do ride rougher and feel less refined overall, but also lean more in corners than the 987. The 987 feels more refined and stable when pushed, but it is true that they offer a bit more numb steering feel than the 986. That didn't bother me, as the more stable feel in transitions made up for the slight lack of steering feel for me. The 986 feels a bit more tossable and light.

I was not impressed much by the power of the 3.2 986S or 3.2 987S, but the 3.4L 987S was really quick feeling, and pretty much a perfect package. The 3.4L coverted 986 was nice in the pickup department, but still didn't feel as fast and refined as the 3.4L 987S. Overall, I would say the 987 both inside and out, is an improved version of the 986, although styling is a personal preference. I really like the curves of the 986, but the newest 987 facelift is mighty nice too.