Over US$30,000, which would you choose between Xiaomi SU7 or Porsche?

The Xiaomi SU7 has a very smooth body line, presenting a coupe like feeling. The sloping rear design and outward expanding wheel arches, coupled with the frameless doors that young people love, large-sized wheels, lifting tail wings and other elements, are really in line with the taste of young people today.

I believe most people who want to buy it are attracted by its exterior design, and with a starting price of US$30,842, they cannot resist and are bound to win it.

But! If the appearance and elements of the same sports car, at the same price, would you be willing to choose Porsche?

At Che Jie's place, open up your mind and buy a Porsche for over US$30,000.

The Porsche Cayman (981) is the previous generation model of the 718. The last generation of the Cayman ended in 2015, and in 2016, the Cayman and Boxster were unified to become the well-known Porsche 718.

It is worth mentioning that the 718, except for the GT4, is a four cylinder turbine. The Cayman is equipped with a 2.7L naturally aspirated horizontally opposed six cylinder engine, with 275 horsepower and a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 5.6 seconds.

Although in terms of acceleration performance, the current Porsche 718's 2.0T and 2.5T are still faster.

But for my family, the essential difference between a four cylinder turbocharged engine and a six cylinder naturally aspirated engine goes without saying. Obviously, the latter is more pure and popular as a sports car. In terms of sensory experience, a six cylinder engine can bring more passion.

And it is equipped with Porsche's proud PDK gearbox, which is still at the master level today, whether it is the rhythm of shifting logic or the connection between automatic refueling and downshifting actions.

From the perspective of exterior design, the Cayman still shows no traces of time. With its classic Porsche family style design, smooth lines, iconic headlights, and standard "frog face," there is no need to worry about others not recognizing that you are driving a Porsche.

And for those who don't understand cars, the Cayman is no different from the current 718. Because they haven't really changed much in appearance and interior.

Even if someone who understands cars recognizes it as an old model, you can proudly say, 'This is a large displacement naturally aspirated six cylinder engine, the essence of Porsche, the choice of a real man.'.

In terms of handling and chassis tuning, the Porsche Cayman can be said to be a benchmark that is not excessive. Its mid mounted rear wheel drive layout gives it a naturally perfect front and rear balance, which lays the foundation for excellent handling. In addition, its precise steering and excellent suspension support give you enough confidence to face every curve. If you can drive it to the mountains, it is truly an enjoyable thing for car enthusiasts.

However, as a mid mounted rear wheel drive sports car, the maintenance cost of the Cayman is relatively high. Although its failure rate is relatively low, for second-hand cars, the condition of each car is different, and in addition to the cost of subsequent use, this still needs to be taken into account.

Let's talk about the price again. Car Brother recommends buying a 13-15 year old Porsche Cayman (981), which can be purchased for over US$30,000, If you add money, you can also choose a convertible version of the Boxster.

As a well-known sports car brand, Porsche has always held a significant position in the hearts of many fans. As an entry-level model under the brand, the second-hand Porsche Cayman is probably the most accessible entry-level sports car for the most people to actually purchase. Do you think driving a Porsche for just over US$30,000 is exciting?