Comparison of Porsche 718 Boxster GTS and 981 Boxster GTS.

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One Saturday in February.My husband's acquaintance took delivery of a 718 Boxster GTS.So my husband promised to meet her at the Higashi Rokko Observation Deck in the Ashiyu Driveway and give her a ride. "Since we're here, why don't you come with us, Mina-chan?I had asked my mother-in-law to watch the children for a long time and was looking forward to the day when she would be able to do so.

I also thought it would still be cold in Ashiu in February, so I bought a down coat at a UNIQLO sale and planned to be fully prepared for that day...

What a surprise, on Friday night, the day before.Second daughter with stomach flu vomited.(*_*)

Even though my mother-in-law was coming, it was indeed impossible for me to go for a car ride the next morning without my second daughter, who was vomiting.(I probably wouldn't be able to concentrate on my second daughter even if I went there.)So I had no choice but to take my second daughter to the doctor, and my husband headed to Ashiu alone that day.

I wonder why children get sick or catch a cold at the right time (laughs).

Saturday Ashi Ari

My husband usually has aI often go to Ashiu Driveway on Saturdays.He said he prefers Saturdays to Sundays. He says he prefers Saturdays to Sundays because the Ashiu and Higashi Rokko Observation Deck are always relatively empty on Saturdays.

The 718 Boxster GTS that someone I know drove that day was aBody color is Jet Black with red leather interiorThis is a fashionable specification.

It was really cool. I used to not really like red leather interiors, but lately whenever I see red leather in various cars, I'm starting to think it's cool!

My husband said.

According to the owner, "I thought the red leather would reflect a lot of light while driving, but it's not a problem at all.He said.

Transmission is a rare manual, right-hand drive. "Not fully broken in yet.So, this time, he was allowed to sit in the passenger seat for a test ride.

Difference between 718 Boxster GTS and 981 Boxster GTS

My husband came home and said, "718 Boxster GTS, how did you do!" I asked him.

Yeah, it was good. The first time I fired it up, it sounded so brave.Boom!but 718 is much lower.Gulp!I felt a groan.

He said. Now, here is what my husband felt about the "Difference between the 718 Boxster GTS and the 981 Boxster GTSI would like to write about

Driving comfort/ride quality

He said that the feel of the car is very similar to that of the 981 when he started driving.

My 981 was left-hand drive, and this 718 was right-hand drive, and I was allowed to sit in the passenger seat, so I thought it would be easier to feel the difference since I was sitting in the same position as I normally do.I didn't notice as much difference as I expected.
But I thought so in comparison with my 981, which has about 30,000 km at this point, when I think back to when my 981 was new.I got the impression that the ride was more firm.I feel like the 718 rides better than the 718 when compared to the new car.

He said.

However, the "AThere could be a difference in tires.With. My husband's 981 was equipped with "GOOD YEAR's Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2" when it was new, but now it has the same "Michelin Pilot Sport 4SHe said that he may have received a very similar feeling because it was changed to "I'm sorry.

Rigidity strength

Since my husband wasn't driving this time, he said, "I can't tell you exactly.He prefaced his comment with, "As much as I feel it in the passenger seat, I don't718 Cayman that I test drove before.He said he got the impression that it was "a little milder than the

Test drive a 718 Cayman - what has changed from the 981?

This is called "Difference between the grade GTSIs it the "Difference due to lack of roofI don't know if it is, but in any case, "As ticking and hard as a 718 Cayman.He said that he did not feel the "I don't know.(not in the sense of stiff legs, but in the sense of rigidity)

engine noise

As for the engine noise, it is still "718's sound is V8-like with a heavy bass center.Compared to the bare-bones 718 Cayman I test-drove before, it was a little more hearty.This time the GTS is more discrete and beat-like.They felt as if they were "in the middle of the world.

And as for torque production.The torque is stronger than that of the 981 due to the turbocharger.I could feel the same kind of torque that I get when running at higher RPMs with the 981, even in the lower RPM range.

She said. She also told me that the owner of that 718 Boxster GTS also drove her husband's 981 Boxster GTS, which she

."981 sounds better! I knew NA sounded totally different!!!!"

He said.(I personally like the sound of the 981 better too)My husband said, "The 718's exhaust note matches well with the engine's torque output, so there's that.He thought, "I'm not going to be able to do that.

Other

Other differences include.The point that the navigation system is a genuine Porsche PCM instead of a Clarion system.", and the 718 also follows the design of Porsche's recentRear taillights are connected horizontally.".

Also, the side air intakes were alsoThe 981 simply has a hole in it, but the 718 has a cover like the GT4.The airflow from the front was more easily taken in, he said.

Sohyo (General Council of Trade Unions of Japan)

Finally, my husband's general comments are below.

The GTS grade is a "GTS" grade that is released in the mid- to late-period of each Porsche model, so to speak.Recommended Porsche SpecificationsModel for "The.Many options are standardand is attached byInterior also exclusive to GTSs are being offered as a treat.Exhaust sound is also tuned to be braver than other models.The "M" is the number of
Since fewer of these models are produced than regular models, their prices fall less and they are more popular.
It's also common for people to say that adding various options to the S ended up exceeding the price of the GTS, and if you're ever in doubt about options or grades, you can always ask, "What's the best option for me?"You can't go wrong with GTS for now.I think."
GTS is in a restaurant called Porsche, so to speak.Recommended Course MenuIt would be good if they could think of it as "a good idea.

He said.

As I listened to my husband's impressions, I became interested in that direction, wondering what the Panamera GTS would be like... (laughs).

This is a report comparing my husband's 718 Boxster GTS (MT) and 981 Boxster GTS (MT).

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  1. rumba

    Hello!

    718 Boxster GTS!!! I was looking forward to his impressions! Thanks for the upload.

    Now about the red interior, I bought a 718 Boxster GTS 6 months ago and the stock car was red leather.

    At first I was like, "What! Red!" (laugh), but the real thing is several times cooler than the picture. It looks like a harsh red in the picture, but in reality, it's more like wine.

    It's an exquisite, calm color that I can't describe as Bordeaux. I really recommend this color. As a side note, the aluminum interior of the configurator

    If you choose [Aluminum gearshift], the shift boot will also be the same leather color as the interior. I ordered the shift boot in the same color as the espresso interior.

    The ride is really air-cooled-like. Is this what Porsche engineers are aiming for? I like it. I think there are different tastes in sound (laugh).

    It's there, but it's not the same as the sensual sound of NA.

    But I liked the 718 so much I ordered the MT (lol) PDK was so superb I might as well have ordered the PDK!

    Well, I look forward to working with you again!

    • Mina.Mina.

      Rumba Rumba!

      >The 718 Boxster GTS I bought six months ago was red leather in stock.
      Oh, I didn't know that!
      Like Mr. Rurun-Rumba, at first I thought, "Geez, that's ghastly. But when I saw your red interior, I found that the red was more elegant than I had expected, and I came to think that it was cool.

      >The ride is really air-cooled-like. Is this what Porsche engineers are aiming for? I like it.
      This really surprised me. Is it the result of an intentional air-cooled resemblance, or is that not the case, but 718 simply resembles air-cooling...
      Of course, it doesn't have quite the same direct mechanical feel as air-cooled, but it's very similar.

      718 MT looks like fun ^^^.
      Please keep us posted on everything, including Targa!

      Thank you for your continued support.

  2. Tap

    As usual, I learned a lot from the master's flat impression without any preconceptions. However, the GTS on the recommended course menu is indeed so little priced that I immediately excluded it from the list when looking for a used 981 (lol).

    >I personally like the sound of the 981 better too.
    I understand. I am also a sensible person, so I am fascinated by the clear, high pitched NA 6-cylinder exhaust sound like a wind instrument. The only problem is that the speed limit and gear ratio in Japan are not balanced enough for me to enjoy the exhaust sound at high rpm.

    On a Cayman, it's hard to appreciate, but I've had other participants in driving school ask me, "It sounds really good, is it stock?" I think the Spoeg may be an indispensable performance device for the Boxster.

    • Mina.Mina.

      Mr. Tap.

      Thank you!
      My husband was a little disappointed, saying that he would have been able to tell more of a difference if he had driven the car, so I would like to hear his impressions if he has another chance to drive.

      >> I personally like the sound of the 981 better too.
      >I understand. I am also a sensible person, so I am fascinated by the NA 6-cylinder's exhaust sound, which is clear and high pitched like a wind instrument.

      The clear, wind instrument-like treble of an NA 6-cylinder exhaust note! What a wonderful description!
      It really is!
      That pleasant sound of the high notes falling out like a wind instrument is a sound that cannot be produced by a turbo, I think.
      When I ride the 718, I think, "Oh, that sounds pretty good, I might like it," but when I ride the 981, I think, "Oh, I like this better..." (laughs).

      So that's the kind of conversation you had at driving school!
      I guess everyone listens to the sound of the engine.

      Keep up the good work!

  3. a blow

    I have always enjoyed reading your articles. I read with great interest because I recently gave up my Macan GTS for a 718 Boxster GTS. the GTS is certainly on Porsche's recommended menu. And since I don't use up all the power of the GTS on public roads in Japan, I really don't care if I drive a plain or an S. But every time I drive a GTS, or even just look at it, I feel uplifted. It motivates me to work even harder.

    • Mina.Mina.

      top-notch
      Thank you very much!

      >I read this with great interest as I recently gave up my Macan GTS for a 718 Boxster GTS.
      Oh 718 Boxster GTS from Macan GTS!
      How enviable to switch to a GTS of a different Porsche model...

      Yes, GTS is a recommended menu, but it is not easy to demonstrate its true potential on ordinary roads.

      >Every time I ride the GTS, or even just look at it, I feel uplifted. It motivates me to work even harder.
      Oh...! The exterior of the car looks cool with the black lights.
      Above all, when you drive a GTS, the special feeling you get when you see GTS on the gauges and touch panel...it makes you very excited.

      I am very curious to see what the Macan GTS is all about.

  4. He is the owner of a 718 Boxster that he knows.

    Thank you for taking the time to blog about my car. I am very honored. I am still a newbie to Porsche, so I discover something new every time I drive it. The biggest surprise so far is the masculine sound! My previous car was a BMW M5 E60 and its sensual sound was high-pitched and feminine. My current car is the exact opposite of that, plus it has a great backfire! We are looking forward to digging into it more and more in the future. Next time, I hope you will drive it yourself, Mrs. M., and blog about the feel of it.

    • Mina.Mina.

      >My husband knows the owner of a 718 Boxster.

      Oh, the owner of a black and red leather 718 Boxster GTS!
      Thank you so much for all your help and support to my husband.

      >The biggest surprise so far is how masculine it sounds!

      I do think the sound of the 718 has a masculine feel to it.... I'd love to drive one!)
      I would be very happy if you could give me a ride next time you have a chance, and I hope your child is doing well.

      Thank you for your continued support.

  5. green young man from a well-to-do family

    Nice to meet you.
    I always enjoy looking at your site.
    I am thinking about buying a 718 Boxster and found it to be very helpful.
    As a result, the 718 Boxster GTS was selected.
    The long awaited car is scheduled to be delivered tomorrow (^^)
    I feel it was fate that led me to that car, and I also feel it was fate that led me to this blog.
    I really found your husband's impressions helpful.
    Thank you very much.

    • Mina.Mina.

      Mr. Micha-san
      Thank you very much for reading our blog.
      And tomorrow, delivery of the 718 Boxster GTS... congratulations indeed!

      I am very interested in the body color and interior of Micchan's 718 Boxster GTS.
      But whatever it is, it's sure to be very cool.

      I would be happy to learn more about the ride and other details. Thank you for your continued support!