[ZuffenHouseRules]

Ever wonder how the Porsche sportscar 'hierarchy' looks from a price/performance perspective? Here is the cost per horsepower, based on current MSRP in the U.S., for coupes. Of course in the world of Porsche, options alter this picture dramatically....the last entry represents a 'max.' configured 718 GTS which I've estimated at $105k based on dealer listings.

$ per horsepower
718 190
718S 198
718GTS 221
911 246
911S 250
911GTS 268
max. 718 288

 

[DJL]

Interesting analysis. This got me thinking: (1) Does the same general pattern hold here in Australia, and (2), if I wanted to go faster than my Cayman, what would each tenth of a second in improved 0-100 time cost, and which model would give the best improvement?

The attached table sets out the numbers. In summary: 718 is the value champion; if you want to go faster, the 718 S is easily the most cost-effective upgrade in the Porsche lineup. The worst upgrade would be any Panamera.

 

[aeronca65tl]

I just bought a new, 2018 GMC 6.0 liter V8 cargo van (for race car tow duty)

Just for 5h1ts and giggles I decided to apply the same formula.

My number is 89.4

But I guess if you want to dance, you have to pay the band

 

[wriggly]

My Shelby GT350 figures at 118, my Cayman GTS is at 260. My GTS is close to max, but not quite.

 

[UKGTS]

Interesting analysis but I'd think $ per bhp/tonne would be more relevant as we all own lightweight 2 seaters which translates more to real world performance

Otherwise Mustangs, Corvettes and used C63's will always look more appealing, not that it's a competition of course!

 

[Viffermike]

An auto-journalist buddy of mine (and, at the time, a fellow BMW 2 Series owner -- our cars were even on the same boat and were built a day apart) did a similar analysis a few years back in 2015. Very enlightening. 60 cars were included:

The Fastest Cars You Can Get For Your Money, Period

What was No. 1? Ford Mustang GT.

Last? Ferrari LaFerrari. By a MILE.

Porsches on the list (They did not perform well):
40. 911 GT3
42. Macan Turbo
46. Cayman S (981)
51. Cayman GTS
52. Cayman base
53. 911 (Carrera)
54. 911 Turbo S
58. 918 Spyder

 

[UKGTS]

I love a bit of data! This is great. The GTR does pretty well, top 20

 

[GregW]

An auto-journalist buddy of mine (and, at the time, a fellow BMW 2 Series owner -- our cars were even on the same boat and were built a day apart) did a similar analysis a few years back in 2015. Very enlightening. 60 cars were included:
<snip>

BAH! 0-60mph acceleration only. That has only a little to do with "fast".

 

[wriggly]

An auto-journalist buddy of mine (and, at the time, a fellow BMW 2 Series owner -- our cars were even on the same boat and were built a day apart) did a similar analysis a few years back in 2015. Very enlightening. 60 cars were included:
<snip>

BAH! 0-60mph acceleration only. That has only a little to do with "fast".

The current gen Mustangs are quite formidable any way you slice it. Especially the GT350 and the GT PP2.

 

[Viffermike]

An auto-journalist buddy of mine (and, at the time, a fellow BMW 2 Series owner -- our cars were even on the same boat and were built a day apart) did a similar analysis a few years back in 2015. Very enlightening. 60 cars were included:
<snip>

BAH! 0-60mph acceleration only. That has only a little to do with "fast".

True dat. But as both you and I know, to many American drivers that's the only measure that matters ... >

 

[phroenips]

True dat. But as both you and I know, to many American drivers that's the only measure that matters ... >

I COMPLETELY disagree!!! Everyone seems to ask me about quarter mile times

 

[Viffermike]

i completely disagree!!! Everyone seems to ask me about quarter mile times

lol!

 

[RGM718]

Something I learned a long time ago in business, you can make numbers support just about any position you want..................just like graphs.....all depends on your X and Y axis.

 

[Michael1]

2019 Camaro 1SS 83.5

 

[Optical TDI]

For the porkers like Camaro’s and Mustang’s, there should be point deductions for weight put in the formula. Most of us on this forum would agree that a 3,000lb car with 300hp is more engaging than a 3,800 car with 400hp, for example.

 

[splinter]

For the porkers like Camaro’s and Mustang’s...

There’s no denying that recent GT-PP2, 1LE-Z/28 and Z06 variants offer up excellent performance for the ante.
I’ve driven and enjoyed Mustangs, Camaros and Corvettes during my misspent youth.

Lots of things I do these days don’t quite ‘pencil out.’ No explanations or apologies necessary.
And it’s harder to sport a mullet given my current buzz cut.