718 GT4 PDK: Better than Stick! + GT4 RS Preview

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Choice is a blessing. Gearbox snobbery is rampant with “purists”. Dare someone buy the paddle option, they’re bombarded with “why?” or “should have got the manual” or “for people with no skill”. All the while, the same people worship the #Porsche GT2 and 3RS.

I don’t get hung up on such things. PlayStation vs Xbox, Marvel VS DC, M vs AMG… manual vs #PDK. I like to enjoy the whole spectrum, particularly when each has it’s own charm!

Now apart from that, though the 718 seems like a nip tuck, there are huge changes in the 718 version GT4 vs the previous gen. The engine for starters, is a whole new bespoke unit based on the current 992’s 3.0 turbo, but with the turbos removed and borred out to 4.0. Despite the size and stroke, its not related to the GT3 engine at all.

In the PDK it gives some amazing figures. 414BHP, slightly higher torque at 430NM, and though it’s 30KG heavier PDK GT4 does 60 with an official figure of 3.9 seconds… which is not true. Its much faster. Shorter ratio 7th gear, meaning slightly earlier shifts. Lower revs on motorway driving too, so the whole thing has more breadth of ability.

Further enhancements made to mechanical locking rear differential: in traction and overrun modes, it achieves locking values of 30 and 37 per cent as compared with 22 and 27 per cent - improving longitudinal/ lateral dynamics as well as traction!

Aero has been improved too, with 50% more downforce vs the previous model at 122kg of downforce! The diffuser is the big change, with a rising duct that helps air travel so fast through it, the car is literally sucked on to the road. And of course the Wing is larger than before, with 20% more downforce. Finally the chassis is essentially a mid-engined version of the older GT3’s.

The result is a time at the Nurburgring of 7:28, 12 seconds quicker than before, though that’s the manual time and not the PDK, though it’s likey to be similar.

After this comes the GT4 RS: 500 BHP from the 4.0 engine, likely PDK only, Swan neck wing 3RS like Naca ducts, new Center lock wheels and much more!

But how will it fare on the road, with both the new engine and PDK? Today we explore:

- 981 GT4 vs 718 GT4
- New 4.0 Engine from 992 - Naturally Aspirated
- PDK Performance figures
- PDK Rear axle changes
- Aerodynamic enhancements
- Suspension
- GT3 Chassis
- Exterior design
- Future GT4RS
- Future EV Boxster Sports car Concept, like Taycan
- Interior review
- 2021 GT4 Exhaust sound
- Full driving review
- Conclusion

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Amazing launch control time! Smashed my M2 CS which could only manage 4.0. Can’t wait to see what the 4RS does: do you like the render? I think I’m 99% accurate! 😈🔥

RemoveBeforeRace
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The editor is killing it, great videos. how come this channel is so underrated?? I don't understand.

Japonic
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As an amputee above the knee I would be more than happy with pdk

johnnyboy
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Still can’t believe this channel doesn’t have 1m subs. Keep grinding man!

Driko
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I appreciate how how you left the “Bat-Rang” stuck in the wall at the beginning!

AjitSidhu
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Absolute legendary editing. It made me appreciate this car even more. I'm really amazed haha

Cheers mate

simonmastromatteo
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i went from 718 Boxster manual - (special order) to PDK version after a Porsche event at Silverstone - I was convinced

nelsonclub
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I had the 2016 981 GT4 manual. It was quite a bit slower than my previous Cayman S with PDK. Race cars are all PDK for that reason. Shifting is fun but I will be getting the new GT4 and it will be with PDK, 1/2 sec quicker than the manual.

brucemackenzie
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"look how good it sounds"
I'm trying... 🤣

smoath
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Great review, love all the graphics. 5 stars in production value. I have the manual, no doubt the PDK is superb and faster, but manual is so engaging, and thus rewarding. I’m sticking with the manual

Innovaenergyser
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Cayman uses rear strut suspension, the 911 uses a multi link rear. The front suspension is carry over from the 991 gt3, but the rear is unique to the cayman.

danielwaddington
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amazing content.

also: "i dont think the pdk is a point against it..." proceeds to regularly and instinctively reach for shifter during entire drive (demonstrating inner thirst to control some of the action)

carminered
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Love the new camera angles of the driving experience. Your videos only get better and better

danielyionline
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Woahh, is that gulf orange on that GT4 RS Render?? Gulf orange has got to be one of my favorite porsche colors. You should do a video on porsche’s PTS colors

mateopuig
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Having the 981 GT4, and driving within LA notorious traffic at times for different appointments. I would have very much appreciated a PDK option. But waiting for the RS to be made available. Actuality saw the prototype driven on the 405.

fredpinczuk
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What in the editing hell was that on 3:36?
I have successfully entered another dimension of editing.
Absolutely awesome. :D

TwinkieCakey
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To me, the GT4RS will be the spiritual successor to my Scuderia. Same weight and HP, better electronics, suspension and aero. Hopefully the GT4RS will be as raw and sharp. Anyway, I have my name down for one a hope to get it in 2023.

timmietz
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I turned down a build slot on the GT4 thinking it wouldn't be different enough over the 981 GT4 I have. I'm regretting that decision (but am back on the list).

ian_md
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Absolute sweet spot in the Porsche range. If I could. I would have one of these and then the GT3 Touring

MRVSKIN
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Gt4, my favorite machine and has to be a manual...its not about the times but the connection you get

JoaoAlves-dtny