Compare the2023 Ferrari RomaVS 2023 Porsche 718 Cayman

Both the Roma and the 718 Cayman have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding and front and rear parking sensors.

The Roma comes with a full 3-year/unlimited-mile basic warranty, which covers the entire car and includes free 24-hour roadside assistance. The 718 Cayman’s 50,000-mile basic warranty expires sooner.

Ferrari pays for scheduled maintenance on the Roma for 6 years and -10,000 miles longer than Porsche pays for maintenance for the 718 Cayman (7/unlimited vs. 1/10,000).

The Roma’s 3.9 turbo V8 produces 312 more horsepower (612 vs. 300) and 281 lbs.-ft. more torque (561 vs. 280) than the 718 Cayman’s standard 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder. The Roma’s 3.9 turbo V8 produces 262 more horsepower (612 vs. 350) and 252 lbs.-ft. more torque (561 vs. 309) than the 718 Cayman S’ standard 2.5 turbo 4-cylinder. The Roma’s 3.9 turbo V8 produces 218 more horsepower (612 vs. 394) and 252 lbs.-ft. more torque (561 vs. 309) than the 718 Cayman GTS 4.0’s standard 4.0 GT3 6-cylinder. The Roma’s 3.9 turbo V8 produces 119 more horsepower (612 vs. 493) and 230 lbs.-ft. more torque (561 vs. 331) than the 718 Cayman GT4 RS’ standard 4.0 DOHC 6-cylinder.

On the EPA test cycle the Roma gets better fuel mileage than the 718 Cayman GT4 RS (17 city/22 hwy vs. 15 city/19 hwy).

The Roma has 6.9 gallons more fuel capacity than the 718 Cayman’s standard fuel tank (21.1 vs. 14.2 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups. The Roma has 4.2 gallons more fuel capacity than the 718 Cayman’s optional fuel tank (21.1 vs. 16.9 gallons).

The Roma has a standard cap-less fueling system. The fuel filler is automatically opened when the fuel nozzle is inserted and automatically closed when it’s removed. This eliminates the need to unscrew and replace the cap and it reduces fuel evaporation, which causes pollution. The 718 Cayman doesn’t offer a cap-less fueling system.

In its Green Vehicle Guide, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rates the Ferrari Roma higher (6 out of 10) than the Porsche 718 Cayman (1 to 5). This means the Roma produces up to 45.9 pounds less smog-producing pollutants than the 718 Cayman every 15,000 miles.

The Ferrari Roma comes standard with an automatic transmission, for driver comfort, especially in the city. Automatic costs extra on the 718 Cayman.

An eight-speed automatic (SMG) is standard on the Ferrari Roma, for better acceleration and lower engine speed on the highway. Only a seven-speed automatic is available for the 718 Cayman.

For better stopping power the Roma’s standard brake rotors are larger than those on the 718 Cayman:

For better traction, the Roma has larger tires than the 718 Cayman (F:245/35R20 & R:285/35R20 vs. F:235/45R18 & R:265/45R18).

The Roma’s tires provide better handling because they have a lower 35 series profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the 718 Cayman’s standard 45 series tires.

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the Roma has standard 20-inch wheels. Smaller 18-inch wheels are standard on the 718 Cayman.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the Roma’s wheelbase is 7.7 inches longer than on the 718 Cayman (105.1 inches vs. 97.4 inches).

For better handling and stability, the track (width between the wheels) on the Roma is 4.9 inches wider in the front and 5.6 inches wider in the rear than the average track on the 718 Cayman.

For better maneuverability, the Roma’s turning circle is .7 feet tighter than the 718 Cayman’s (35.4 feet vs. 36.1 feet). The Roma’s turning circle is 2.1 feet tighter than the 718 Cayman GT4’s (35.4 feet vs. 37.5 feet).

The Roma has standard seating for 4 passengers; the 718 Cayman can only carry 2.

The Roma has 32 cubic feet more passenger volume than the 718 Cayman (80 vs. 48).

The Roma’s standard easy entry system raises the steering wheel, making it easier for the driver to get in and out. An easy entry system costs extra on the 718 Cayman.

If the windows are left open on the Roma the driver can close them all from a distance using the remote. On a hot day the driver can also lower the windows the same way. The driver of the 718 Cayman can only operate the windows from inside the vehicle, with the ignition on.

The Roma’s power window, power lock, power mirror and cruise control switches are lit from behind, making them plainly visible and easier to operate at night. The 718 Cayman’s cruise control switches are unlit, making them difficult to find at night and operate safely.

The Roma’s LED headlights produce a white, bright light using less electricity than the 718 Cayman’s standard xenon high intensity discharge (HID) headlights. HID headlights can be slow to reach full brightness or power cycle, causing issues when flashing them to signal other vehicles; LED headlights light instantly. LED lights also last about three to four times as long.