Horsepower question + 1 more - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

Adam · 01-03-2007, 08:44 PM

The S has a meatier mid-range that can easily be felt regardless of which tranny is used. The 02 S has 225 ft/lb of torque in the middle of the tach while the 03 base has 192ft/lb. I agree with Randall, get the S and toss in a glass rear screen once the plastic yellows/cracks.

MrBoxster · 01-04-2007, 10:27 AM

Going back to the subwoofer issue....

My stock radio has great bass. If you want some bump in your ride I would suggest getting some really good in dash speakers and getting a better amp. Believe it or not but in our little cars, the space is so small that a good speaker can go a long way.
I have heard that you can get a stock Bose equipped system. But it sounds like to me that you should just get some good in dash speakers. Check out the system and make your descision then.

Dr. Kill · 01-04-2007, 10:54 AM

I am sure that the S has a better performance envelope, but I don't think a time has come up yet where my base 987 has left me wanting in any performance category. Now that percepetion may change this Spring when I take it to the track for the first time...

Also, I just want to take a moment to recognize Jeff's ever changing Latin signature quotes. Always amusing Jeff.

John V · 01-05-2007, 04:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Kill

I am sure that the S has a better performance envelope, but I don't think a time has come up yet where my base 987 has left me wanting in any performance category. Now that percepetion may change this Spring when I take it to the track for the first time...

I had the opportunity to drive a student's non-S 987 at an autocross school this summer, back to back with my 986S. I was impressed. Low and mid RPM torque wasn't as strong as my 3.2, but the top end was impressive.