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Porsche Cayman vs. BMW Z4 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Porsche Cayman vs. BMW Z4 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $56,950

BMW Z4 M Coupe   
Difference: $21,575

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122008
ModelCaymanZ4
TrimSM Coupe
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $62,100 $50,400
Convenience Package 2,230  
Adaptive Sports Seats 3,055  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 710 475
Limited-slip rear differential 950  
Wood trim 890 0
Heated front seats 525 500
Navigation system 3,455 1,800
7-speed automated manual 3,660  
Premium Package   2,950
Convenience Package 0  
Adaptive Sports Seats 0  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0 430
Limited-slip rear differential 0  
Wood trim 0 0
Heated front seats 0 455
Navigation system 0 1,640
7-speed automated manual 0  
Premium Package   2,685
Options (change) 15,475 5,725
Options (change) 0 5,210
Destination 950 825
Total Price $78,525 $56,950

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. BMW Z4

Lowest Adjusted Price: BMW Z4 M Coupe
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Cayman S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $19,825
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $51,656
Model Year20122008
ModelCaymanZ4
TrimSM Coupe
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine320hp H6330hp I6
TransmissionS7M6
DrivetrainRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/29 MPG15/22 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)235, 9430, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/40-18225/45-18
Total Price$78,525$56,950
Adjustments for Features-1,7500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$76,775$56,950

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Features Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. BMW Z4

Model Year20122008
ModelCaymanZ4
TrimSM Coupe
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed automated manual$1200 
6-speed manual $150
RWD$0$0
Accessories 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo net$40 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Water-repellent front-door glass$15 
Engine / Motor 
Mid-engine configuration$0 
Exterior 
Retractable rear spoiler$400 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0 
Media drive$15 
Off-road navigation system$0 
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Cornering lights$50 
Fog light, rear$100 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50
Metal pedals$75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150 
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100 
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100 
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat$100 
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$3,070$1,320
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,750$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-210

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Specifications Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. BMW Z4

Model Year20122008
ModelCaymanZ4
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Wheelbase95.1 in98.2 in
Length171.1 in161.9 in
Width70.9 in70.1 in
Height51.4 in49.9 in
Curb Weight3,075 lb.3,219 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom0.0 in37.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room0.0 in52.5 in
Row 1 Legroom0.0 in42.0 in
Cargo Volume14.5 ft39.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman S

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested115085%
Total Not Requested20015%
Adaptive Sports Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested80059%
Total Not Requested55041%

Option Package Details
BMW Z4 M Coupe

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cruise control150Yes
Surround sound250No
THX-certified, 430W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested145064%
Total Not Requested80036%

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