I am a big believer in making a list of wants from a car and not just buying the badge. The Porsche range is quite extensive, especially when you take into account that older models aren't superseded in many areas, as tech and legislation makes the more recent models different, not necessarily better. So yes, first step is deciding the size and practicality, soft or hard top, but then you have to look at the engine and its position, then turbo or not, rear or AWD, manual or PDK/tiptronic, and hydraulic steering or electric. This last point is hard to describe without driving the cars, but was a major factor in my decision to get a 997 (hydraulic) over the 991 (electric), but there are circumstances and types of use where electric is better, such as dealing with puddles and potholes. Even though my 997 Turbo is AWD, I still prefer the steering feel to even the 991 GT3, but I can't fault the electric steering, I just find it too clinical.
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