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BMW M4 vs Porsche Cayman

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2027 BMW M4

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2016 Porsche Cayman

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Overview

SpecBMW M4CoupePorsche CaymanBase
Selected trimCoupeBase
Body styleCoupeCoupe
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission6-speed manual6-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272016

Pricing & market

SpecBMW M4CoupePorsche CaymanBase
MSRP$82,200$52,600 (best)
Lowest listing price$65,999 (best)$121,423
Median listing price$69,999 (best)$121,423
Highest listing price$107,192 (best)$121,423
For sale now5 (best)1

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW M4CoupePorsche CaymanBase
Combined MPG19 MPG24 MPG (best)
City MPG16 MPG20 MPG (best)
Highway MPG23 MPG30 MPG (best)
Fuel tank15.6 gal16.9 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW M4CoupePorsche CaymanBase
Horsepower473 hp (best)275 hp
Torque406 lb-ft (best)214 lb-ft
Engine size3 L (best)2.7 L
CylindersI6flat 6

Size & capability

SpecBMW M4CoupePorsche CaymanBase
Seating4 seats (best)2 seats
Doors22
Cargo volume15.5 cu ft (best)15 cu ft
Payload769 lbs (best)761 lbs
Curb weight3,829 lbs2,888 lbs (best)
Ground clearance4.7 in (best)—
Wheelbase112.5 in (best)97.4 in
Length189.1 in (best)172.4 in
Width74.3 in (best)70.9 in
Height55 in (best)50.9 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW M4CoupePorsche CaymanBase
NHTSA overall—Not Rated
Frontal crash (driver)—Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)—Not Rated
Side crash (driver)—Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)—Not Rated
Side pole—Not Rated
Rollover—Not Rated
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBMW M4Porsche Cayman
1

Coupe

$82,200 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base

$52,600 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Competition

$86,600 MSRP

S

$64,100 MSRP

3

Competition xDrive

$91,700 MSRP

GTS

$75,200 MSRP

4

Competition xDrive

$98,600 MSRP

GT4

$84,600 MSRP

Live inventory

BMW M4 vs Porsche Cayman FAQ

Which is better: 2027 BMW M4 or 2016 Porsche Cayman?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 BMW M4 vs 2016 Porsche Cayman on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 BMW M4 or 2016 Porsche Cayman?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 Porsche Cayman starts lower at $52,600. Live BMW M4 listings start at $65,999. Live Porsche Cayman listings start at $121,423.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 BMW M4 or 2016 Porsche Cayman?
The 2016 Porsche Cayman leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (52,600).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 BMW M4 or 2016 Porsche Cayman?
The 2016 Porsche Cayman leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 BMW M4 or 2016 Porsche Cayman?
The 2027 BMW M4 leads on horsepower in this comparison (523).
Which has better seats: 2027 BMW M4 or 2016 Porsche Cayman?
The 2027 BMW M4 leads on seats in this comparison (4).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 BMW M4 vs 2016 Porsche Cayman?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Porsche Cayman (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).