Porsche Carrera GT

vs

Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT

Germany vs Germany — 2003 vs 2022

Porsche Carrera GT (2003)
Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT (2022)
Specifications
Carrera GT V10Cayenne Turbo GT
Horsepower612 hp631 hp
Torque435 lb-ft627 lb-ft
Engine Size5,733 cc3,996 cc
0-60 mph3.5 sec3.1 sec
Top Speed205 mph186 mph
¼ Mile11.2 sec11.2 sec
Weight3,042 lbs4,894 lbs
Wheelbase2,730 mm2,895 mm
Length4,613 mm4,939 mm
Units Produced1,270
Original MSRP$440,000$185,000
Value (Excellent)$2,000,000$210,000
Collectibility10/106/10
Rarity9/105/10
The Verdict

It's a closely fought contest. The 2003 Porsche Carrera GT V10 brings higher top speed, lighter weight, stronger collectibility to the table, and the 2022 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT answers with quicker acceleration, better value. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.

Overview

Porsche has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 2003 Porsche Carrera GT V10 with the 2022 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 2003 Porsche Carrera GT V10 producing 612 hp and the 2022 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT delivering 631 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Porsche Carrera GT uses a V10 DOHC displacing 5,733 cc, while the Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT relies on a V8 DOHC 32V Twin-Turbocharged with 3,996 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2022 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT edges ahead at 3.1 seconds versus 3.5 seconds. The Porsche Carrera GT carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 1852 lbs lighter. On the collector market, the 2003 Porsche Carrera GT V10 commands a significant premium over the 2022 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity. From a collectibility standpoint, the 2003 Porsche Carrera GT V10 rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.