2024 Porsche 718 Spyder RS

The Porsche 718 Spyder RS is an intriguing automobile, showcasing a paradoxical blend of predictability and excitement. Essentially a Cayman GT4 RS minus its roof, this mid-engined beauty comes with a detachable, manually operated fabric canopy serving as a single-layer sun shield and wind barrier. Astonishingly, the canopy, together with the wind barrier, weighs just 40.3 pounds (18.3 kg), making it 16.7 lbs (7.6 kg) lighter than the 718 Spyder and 36.3 lbs (16.5 kg) lighter than the 718 Boxster. As for its mass, the novel 718 Spyder RS clocks in at 3,108 lbs (1,410 kg), shedding 88 lbs (40 kg) compared to the non-RS version. Nonetheless, it bears a striking resemblance to its coupe sibling, with a lowered height of inches (30 mm) and 20-inch forged wheels (optionally replaceable with magnesium). However, it’s important to note that Porsche has clarified that the Spyder RS is not an exact replica of the Cayman GT4 RS, featuring unique tuning for its springs and dampers, which ensures a