Porsche Cayman GT4 Clubsport '16

Your guide to the Porsche Cayman GT4 Clubsport '16 in Gran Turismo Sport and GT7. Learn about its specs, acquisition, and customization options.

Alright, let's talk about the Porsche Cayman GT4 Clubsport '16. This car is a serious piece of kit for hitting the track in Gran Turismo Sport and Gran Turismo 7. Think of it as the Cayman's already potent GT4 version, but then stripped down and tuned specifically for racing. It's a purebred competitor. In-Game Description: The game itself says it best: "The Clubsport is a Porsche Cayman GT4 designed for racing on the track. In terms of power, it's no different from the base model. However, changes to the shape, underbody, and power train mean it's much more competition-focused. The change from a 6-speed manual to a two-pedal DCT transmission also help maximize performance." Car Index (GT7): Porsche usually sticks to the 911 for its racing efforts, but they shook things up in 2015 with the Cayman GT4. This wasn't just any Cayman; it was the fastest one yet, borrowing bits from the 911. Its 3.8L flat-6 engine, straight from the Carrera S, churned out 379 BHP. Plus, it got suspension and brakes from the 911 GT3, making it way more stable and a better stopper than other Caymans. But Porsche didn't stop there. In 2016, they took that GT4 and made it even more hardcore as the Cayman GT4 Clubsport. This is a no-frills race car. They ditched all the creature comforts to focus purely on competition. Inside, you've got a roll cage for safety and replaced the regular seats with full bucket seats. To shave off those crucial seconds, they swapped the 6-speed manual for a DCT (that's a dual-clutch transmission, so it's super fast shifting) and gave it suspension and brakes that match the 911 GT3 Cup car. The engine power is the same as the GT4, but everything else is dialed in for slick tires and serious racing. Being a mid-engined car, many drivers find the Cayman has an edge over the rear-engined 911. The GT4 Clubsport is really the pinnacle of the Cayman's design, making the most of its inherent advantages. Café Conversations (GT7): When Tom Matano talks about the Cayman, he highlights how its mid-engine layout gives it a sleeker profile. With each generation, it's become more serious, and the GT4 trim really puts it on par with the 911. It's got presence, a tough look, and solid underpinnings – it's definitely moved up from a casual car to one that can really challenge bigger competitors. Acquisition: * Gran Turismo Sport: You can snag this car from Porsche's Brand Central for 350,000 credits. Alternatively, if you sign a contract with Porsche for the Manufacturer Series, you'll get access to it. * Gran Turismo 7: It's the same deal here. Head over to Porsche's Brand Central and it'll cost you 350,000 credits. Signing with Porsche for the Manufacturers Cup also unlocks it.