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Porsche Cayman vs. BMW 3-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Porsche Cayman vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $69,225 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $9,300 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $63,935 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $4,277 | ||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Cayman | 3-Series |
| Trim | S | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $59,100 | $56,500 |
| Base Invoice | $51,567 | $52,160 |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 3,055 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 690 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 1,090 | |
| Sport Chrono Package | 920 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,990 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 690 | 550 |
| Automatic climate control, front | 550 | |
| Carbon fiber / leather-wrapped steering wheel | 1,360 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 530 | 350 |
| Heated front seats | 480 | |
| Navigation system | 3,110 | |
| Wood trim | 890 | 0 |
| 5-speed shiftable automatic | 3,210 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 750 | |
| Premium Package | 1,900 | |
| Technology Package | 3,250 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Leather door panel trim | 1,100 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,700 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 2,597 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 587 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 927 | |
| Sport Chrono Package | 782 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,692 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 587 | 500 |
| Automatic climate control, front | 468 | |
| Carbon fiber / leather-wrapped steering wheel | 1,156 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 451 | 320 |
| Heated front seats | 408 | |
| Navigation system | 2,644 | |
| Wood trim | 757 | 0 |
| 5-speed shiftable automatic | 2,729 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 685 | |
| Premium Package | 1,730 | |
| Technology Package | 2,960 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Leather door panel trim | 1,000 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,455 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Options (change) | 18,565 | 10,600 |
| Options (change) | 15,785 | 9,650 |
| Destination | 860 | 825 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | $78,525 | $69,225 |
| Total Invoice | $68,212 | $63,935 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,600 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,248 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Cayman | 3-Series |
| Trim | S | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe |
| Engine | 295hp H6 | 414hp V8 |
| Transmission | T5 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/25 MPG | 14/20 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 230, 7 | ?, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/40-18 | 245/40-18 |
| Total Price | $78,525 | $69,225 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,300 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $78,525 | $64,925 |
| Total Invoice | $68,212 | $63,935 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,971 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $68,212 | $59,964 |
Features Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Cayman | 3-Series |
| Trim | S | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Automatic seat belt presenters, front row | $100 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Second-row low console | $100 | |
| Ski sack | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Mid-engine configuration | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Retractable rear spoiler | $400 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Carbon fiber / leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| No leather in second row | $-300 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $1,780 | $6,080 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,300 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,971 |
Specifications Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Cayman | 3-Series |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 95.1 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 170.9 in | 181.1 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 70.2 in |
| Height | 51.4 in | 54.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,163 lb. | 3,704 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 0.0 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 0.0 in | 41.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 36.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 51.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.5 ft3 | 11.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman S
| Adaptive Sports Seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 15% |
| Sport Chrono Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Chronometer | 100 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 33% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Upholstered door panels, leather | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 7-speed automated manual | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 7-speed automated manual | 0 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | No |
| Launch control | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 100% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 39% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 22% |
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