Tag: 911 Carrera S

  • 2016 Porsche 911 Carrera Models Got Their Fresh Looks

    2016 Porsche 911 Carrera SThe latest 911 Carrera will celebrate its debut at the 2015 Frankfurt International Auto Show. And for the celebration the Porsche team will bring numerous surprises for both customers and fans. The latest 911 vehicle will be geared with fresh engine, redesigned drivetrain system and numerous hi-end features. So, let us see what will happen at the 2015 FIAA.

    As you can see, there are numerous visual exterior changes made on the new 911 Carrera. Now there are headlights with four-point daytime running lights, integrated door handle recesses and restyled rear lights. And there is a special system, called Porsche Communication Management System which offers extended range of hi-tech features.

    Engine System

    The completely redesigned engine lineup now offers additional 20 hp (14 kW) via the 3.0-liter engine for a total of 370 hp (272 kW). Furthermore, the powerplant now uses a special turbocharges, modified compressor wheels and completely new exhaust system just to deliver that legendary Porsche driving experience. In fact, the new Carrera S is capable of providing a total of 410 hp (301 kW) and significantly boosted torque for a total of 331 lb-ft and 368 lb-ft respectively from 1,700 rpm to 5,000 rpm. And along with the performance stats, Porsche promises that the new generation of engines will be with 12% more efficient than its predecessors. Cool.

    Performance

    2016 Porsche 911 Carrera S

    The 911 models do have that impressive agility: the Carrera Coupe, geared with Porsche-Doppelkupplung (PDK) and Sports Chrono Package sprints from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) for just 4.0 seconds. And the Carrera S with the same geared packs completes this sprint for 3.7 seconds, which makes the vehicle with 0.2 seconds faster than its older relative. Furthermore, both models reach a top speed of 343 km/h (191 mph).

    Furthermore, when equipped with the Sport Chrono Pack, the 911 Carrera comes with a mode switch on the steering wheel, which includes Normal, Sport, Sport Plus and Individual. Flexibility at its best.

    Next-Gen technologies

    The latest 911 Carrera vehicles will come with a Porsche Communication Management System as standard feature. Furthermore, the beauties are geared with online navigation module, seven-inch display and handwritten user inputs are now recognized. And of course, these are just some of the numerous features that the vehicles will include.

    So, it looks like Porsche is aiming for the next level. And with features like that it will be no wonder that the 911 Carrera will become one of the most desirable vehicles today.

    Source: Porsche 

  • Testing the 2012 Porsche Carrera 911 [video]

    Porsche has released an interesting video clip in YouTube, where they show how the new 911 model was developed.

    The 2012 Carrera 911 comes with -new 7-speed manual gearbox. It is tested in extreme weather conditions from South Africa to Arctic Circle to show the quality of materials of the famous sports model. The new model is known the 991.

    “One may ask, why a car must operate under conditions most owners would never dream of living in, let alone driving in. The reason is simple. Porsche is adamant in believing the measure of a Porsche is its ability to perform just as well here, as it would on a German autobahn, interstate highway in the U.S. or anywhere else a car’s owner might be. This is the Porsche standard.”

    2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S
    2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LS90XYXi1xg

    Source: Porsche via Youtube

  • TECHART tuning package for Porsche 911 Carrera S and 4S

    TechArt is one of the most famous tuning companies in the world. The company is German and makes performance and exterior packages specially for Porsche’s models. (more…)

  • Porsche 911 Sport Classic will be limited to 250 cars worldwide

    Porsche will run an exclusive small production of 911 Sport Classic. Only 250 Porsche fans will enjoy the extraordinary car, because that is the official number of the cars, which will be released at the market.

    The design is typicall about a Porsche car. This is one of the very few automobile companies, which didn’t spoil the original look of their cars over the decades and it is a complete science to know every single model and to make the difference between them, that is why the fans love Porsches. The limited edition 911 Sport Classic follow the history line and it is based on the 911 Carrera S. (more…)

  • Porsche wins “Best New Engine 2009 Award”

    Once again Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, has been successful in the International Engine of the Year Awards. With its 3.8-litre power unit from the 911 Carrera S models, the sports car manufacturer has underpinned its position in a field of high performance competitors, receiving the coveted “Best New Engine 2009 Award”. (more…)

  • Next generation Porsche 911 powers ahead with direct fuel injection and double-clutch gearbox

    The Porsche 911 stirs emotions in sports car enthusiasts the world over. Timeless emotions that have been experienced by generations since the model series was first launched in 1963. This summer, Porsche is introducing the next generation of the 911: a car that exemplifies the core 911 principles of distinctive design with inner strength. (more…)