Watch out Tesla: RUF working on all-electric Porsche Cayman

Porsche tuner RUF is set to take on Tesla Motors’ all-electric roadster with their version of an all-electric Cayman. According to a reports by Auto Motor und Sport, RUF will show a prototype of an electric Porsche Cayman as early as next month - and don’t worry performance won’t be jeopardized, well at least not by a significant amount.

RUF’s electric Porsche will be powered by a 150kW (201-hp) electric motor with maximum torque of 479 lb-ft. Mated to lithium-ion battery pack, RUF says that the car will be able to travel a range of 155 to 186 miles. The 0 to 60 mph run is expected to come in under...
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shabaru - 9/25/2008 5:09:48 PM

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This looks tight... but I still cant wait to see what the Z4 would look like.... new one i mean

Star - 9/25/2008 9:21:06 PM

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Considering the number of electroshock sessions you've already went trough at the loony bin I would think you would be fine even if lightning hits you.

TehShibbs - 9/25/2008 7:24:09 PM

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I think they should do 4 smaller motors - one on each wheel. Now THAT would be amazing.

TehShibbs - 9/25/2008 7:24:29 PM

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....And no, I really do NOT care who came out with what first.

t_bone - 9/25/2008 7:54:54 PM

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Holy crap! And being RUF, it means they will convert any production Cayman on the road too...for a price.

rawbux - 9/25/2008 10:40:27 PM

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Not the same without the exhaust roar, when you tromp on it!

t_bone - 9/26/2008 10:04:41 AM

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Try to remember that next time you are on a roller coaster, downhill mountain biking, snowboarding, etc. Not fun with throttle roar?

Threepoint1415926 - 9/26/2008 6:40:22 PM

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Touche t bone, but all those things you said could be enhanced with the application of a little throttle roar.

Lexus - 9/26/2008 12:50:41 AM

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I know Porsche are known for making sports cars and stuff but the Telsa is way better looking. And not to mention is cheaper and faster as well.

Lexus

Kinger - 9/26/2008 8:15:54 AM

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This looks alot more muscular and is overall better looking than the tesla roadster in my opinion.