2021 Lexus RC F vs. 2018 Porsche 718 Cayman

Image Comparison

Compare images of 2021 Lexus RC F and 2018 Porsche 718 Cayman by choosing the desired model and trim and then selecting the comparison image.

What is the main difference between RC F and 718 Cayman?

Two Coupes, but completely different in all significant aspects: model year, horsepower, starting price, fuel economy, ground shadow size, height, and maximum occupancy. First of all, there is a notable difference in the starting price of the 2018 Porsche 718 Cayman, which is $10,675 less than the base MSRP of the 2021 Lexus RC F, which is three model years newer. Also, the 2021 RC F has bigger and thirstier engine; the 2018 718 Cayman gets 4 more mpg. In addition, not only RC F is slightly larger, but it's also taller than the 718 Cayman. And finally, the Lexus RC F seats two more passengers than the Porsche 718 Cayman. Among similarities are the body structure and market segment.

Specification Comparison

Safety Rating
Safety Rating
Trim
Trim
Configuration
Configuration
  • 5.0 L, Auto, RWD
  • 2.0 L, Turbo, Man, RWD
MSRP
MSRP
$65,975
$55,300
Engine
Engine
5.0 L/303
2.0L Flat-4 Turbo
Horsepower
Horsepower
472 hp
300 hp
Drivetrain
Drivetrain
Rear Wheel Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
0-60 MPH
0-60 MPH
4.9 sec
City MPG
City MPG
16 MPG
21 - 22 MPG
Highway MPG
Highway MPG
24 MPG
28 - 29 MPG
Combined MPG
Combined MPG
19 MPG
24 - 25 MPG
Width
Width
77.9 - 78.5 in
Width W/O Mirrors
Width W/O Mirrors
72.6 in
70.9 in
Length
Length
185.4 in
172.4 - 172.9 in
Height
Height
54.7 in
50.4 - 50.6 in
Wheelbase
Wheelbase
107.5 in
97.4 in
Ground Shadow
Ground Shadow
93.5 ft2
84.9 - 85.1 ft2
Seats
Seats
4
2
First Row Head Room
First Row Head Room
37.8 in
-
First Row Leg Room
First Row Leg Room
45.4 in
-
First Row Leg Shoulder
First Row Leg Shoulder
50.7 in
-
Second Row Head Room
Second Row Head Room
35 in
-
Second Row Leg Room
Second Row Leg Room
27.3 in
-
Second Row Leg Shoulder
Second Row Leg Shoulder
46.1 in
-

Costs

2021 Lexus RC F

2018 Porsche 718 Cayman

Annual Fuel Cost
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,650
$2,800 - $3,300
Mininum Monthly Lease
Mininum Monthly Lease
$1,045 (2021 Lexus RC F RC F RWD)
$1,069 (2018 Porsche 718 Cayman S Coupe)
Lease Due
Lease Due
$2,999
$4,999
Cost To Lease
Cost To Lease
$44,269
$46,283 - $46,783
2021 Lexus RC F vs. 2018 Porsche 718 Cayman - Front Left Comparison2021 Lexus RC F vs. 2018 Porsche 718 Cayman - Front Left Comparison
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