Assetto Corsa: Porsche Cayman GT4 Clubsport Introduction

[Paul Jeffrey]

Tomorrow we will finally have the Porsche brand represented in a "hardcore" racing simulation title, as Kunos Simulazioni welcomes the first of three Porsche DLC packages to Assetto Corsa. To help build anticipation of the new release, let us introduce you to the Porsche Cayman GT4 Clubsport...

Vehicle

• Vehicle type: Single-seater racing car, based on series production (fittings for installation of a 2nd seat in place)
• Body Weight-optimised lightweight body in intelligent aluminium-steel hybrid construction based on the Cayman GT4 (Type 981)
• On-board systems Battery 12 V / 70 Ah battery in the passenger compartment
• Control systems Slick tyre-compatible electronic stability program, Bosch ABS with 12 adjustment levels, traction control

Power transmission

• Drive type Rear wheel drive
• Transmission 6-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) with optimised shift application
• Differential Racing-specific, mechanical rear differential lock

Drive unit

• Combustion engine Flat-six engine, adopted from the Cayman GT4
• Engine management Continental SDI 9 – engine control module
• Engine lubrication Integrated dry sump with Mobil1 motor oil
• Displacement 3,800 cm³
• Output 283 kW (385 hp)

Chassis

• Steering Electromechanical power steering
• Chassis (front axle) Lightweight spring strut axle with wishbone and tie rod from the 911 GT3 Cup
• Chassis (rear axle) Lightweight spring strut axle from the Cayman GT4 with modified wishbone from the 911 GT3 Cup
• Brakes (front) Racing-specific hydraulic 2-circuit brake system, internally vented steel brake discs, D = 380 mm, one-piece 6-piston monobloc fixed callipers
• Brakes (rear) Racing-specific hydraulic 2-circuit brake system, internally vented steel brake discs, D = 380 mm, one-piece 4-piston monobloc fixed callipers
• Wheels 5-hole forged wheels
• Rain tyres Michelin; tyre size: FA: 24/64-18, RA: 27/68-18
• Slick tyres Michelin; tyre size: FA: 25/64-18, RA: 27/68-18

From the official video introduction:

"Using the lightweight mid-engine sports car Cayman GT4 as its basis, Porsche Motorsport has developed a racing version solely for the track. Geared for performance, just like its drivers.The Cayman GT4 Clubsport is powered by a 3.8 liter mid-mounted flat-six engine, with an output of 385 hp (283 kW) and a maximum torque of 420 Nm. It reaches a top speed of 295 km/h.

Tipping the scales at just 2866 lbs. (1,300 kilograms), the Cayman GT4 Clubsport, delivered from the factory with a welded-in safety cage, a racing bucket seat as well as a six-point harness, is truly lightweight and provides the car with a unique agility and driving dynamics on the track."​

Porsche Cayman GT4 Clubsport Introduction Video

Porsche Volume One DLC will contain the following cars:

• 911 Carrera S,
• 935 Moby Dick
• 918 Spyder
• Cayman GT4 Clubsport
• 718 Cayman S
• 917/30
• 911 Carrera RSR 3.0 1974

The Porsche Panamera G2 and a 1960's version of the Silverstone Grand Prix circuit will be added to Assetto Corsa as free content in conjunction with the upcoming update to the game, expected to release at a similar time as the Porsche Volume One DLC.

Assetto Corsa is available for Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and Windows PC right now. The Porsche Pack Volume 1, containing 7 Porsche vehicles is scheduled for release on October 25th for PC, then in November on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One!

Check out the Assetto Corsa sub forum here at RaceDepartment for the latest news and discussions regarding the sim. Check out our many downloads, pick from a range of custom setups and come join in the fun in one of our spectacular racing club and league events!

Looking forward to one of the best looking GT4 cars for Assetto Corsa? Which of the Volume One DLC cars most tickles your fancy? Let us know in the comments section below!

 

[Michael Hornbuckle]

Here is a post from Aris (on FB) about this car:
The Porsche Cayman GT4 Clubsport.
The name might make you think this is a GT4 class car... but it isn't. It is "just" the entry level single maker cup race car for Porsche. But then again, their entry level car has 385bhp, 420Nm of natural aspirated torque and 1300kg of lightweight perfectly balanced and neutral handling chassis.

Trust me when I say that this is one of the most fun and balanced cars I've ever had the privilege to drive, this is going to be THE single maker race car for multiplayer. Predictable, easy to race, fun but also rewarding on the limit and not without its own quirks and... character.
Trust the front end grip too much and keep pushing from the early laps of a race, then find yourself wondering how did the front tyres wear out so fast.
Make an extreme setup to gain the last tenth of a second, then watch out the rear end becoming skittish on a bumpy track.
To be honest though, no need to mess around too much with this car. Just jump in and drive!

Oh and yes... it's not a GT4 class car as I said, but its laptimes are too close for comfort for the GT4 class

 

[thewarmer]

Looking very much like its all going to be tomorrow the Porsche pass & the First pack. just hope the severs do not get over loaded with the demand for this first Porsche , has there is nothing more irritating than the steam sales page screwing up , when its been overloaded by people buying a product in large amounts.

This could happen tomorrow has Farm Simulator 2017 hits the market on the 25th to & that is popular game these days.
I am a bit surprised that Kunos did not offer the Porsche pass over the weekend ahead of the 25th Oct release date.
I hope Kunos do not roll out the 1.9 update at the same time or that is going to be lot of downloading before you can turn a wheel.

I just want to drive these cars now seen to many Video's

 

[Paul Jeffrey]

@Rapala DLC doesn't die fast at RD fella... Get yourself a premium account and come join in the fun

 

[Tim Meuris]

Most interesting car of the pack imo.
season pass it is
but honestly, can't wait till we get the porschedlc out of the way :-S
any idea when more varied content will appear again?

 

[PanaRace970]

Yes Yes Yes. Great, feeling like a kid waiting for christmas.

 

[Jack Vos]

Does anybody know the exact time when the pack will be released?

If they don't change the normal schedule, in Holland late in the afternoon / early in the evening.

 

[Blimey]

rain announced!

in that case I want an apology from "lord" Stefano.

 

[Michael Hornbuckle]

in that case I want an apology from "lord" Stefano.

Please hold your breath while you wait for it.

any idea when more varied content will appear again?

Q1 2017

 

[Tim Meuris]

That s fast! So all porsche content will be released in 2016 still
or is that too optimistic?

Please hold your breath while you wait for it.

Q1 2017

 

[Brent Mills]

@Rapala DLC doesn't die fast at RD fella... Get yourself a premium account and come join in the fun

I might just do that!

 

[Michael Hornbuckle]

http://www.racedepartment.com/threads/porsche-packs-2-3.127502/

 

[Deleted member 241736]

nice2c that Kunos is focused on real racing cars in all vids. It's the farher-son pack: The cars of my era I begun to love racing, and the cars for my son .... Great idea also it is random

 

[Epistolarius]

That s fast! So all porsche content will be released in 2016 still
or is that too optimistic?

Yes, Steam lists November 22nd and December 20th as release dates for vol. II & III. Maybe they are able to release something in between as well but I wouldn't count on it.


And for some reason it seems I'm the only one who doesn't dislike the sounds in Assetto Corsa. Guess people easily forget how bad or non-authentic cars sounded (still sound) in many other titles for the longest time. There's always room for improvement obviously, which is why there's a big audio-related changelog for 1.9.

 

[Deleted member 241736]

changelog 1.9? Anybody knows?

 

[Blimey]

Please hold your breath while you wait for it.

Q1 2017

so you're asking me to commit suicide, how positive of you, Hornc...buckle.

 

[felippekiss]

Just me or anyone else seen this?

 

[Ditschii94]

For me too!

http://imgur.com/a/g0SZI

II :
Porsche 911 GT3 RS
Porsche 718 Spyder RS
Porsche Cayman GT4
Porsche 718 Boxster S Manual Transmission
Porsche 718 Boxster S PDK
Porsche 919 Hybrid 2015
Porsche 911 GT1
Porsche 962c long tail
Porsche 962c short tail

III :
Porsche 911 GT3 Cup 2017
Porsche 911 GT3 RSR 2017
Porsche 911 GT3 R 2015
Porsche 919 Hybrid 2016
Porsche 908 LH
Porsche 917 K
Porsche 911 R

 

[M D Gourley]

Holy Cow...does this mean Assetto Corsa is the only Sim in history to have the 'Terrific Trio' of supercar manufacturers with this incredible amount and diversity of each car...Ferrari, Lamborghini and now Porsche.
Good luck Kunos....I have my wallet at the ready

 

[Blimey]

GT3 RS and 911 GT1 in the second pack..I see nothing else interesting there, kind of a shame for my pov. 3rd pack adds a cherry to the cake tho.

 

[Davide Nativo]

PORSCHE 917K!!!!!!!!!!