The latest 991.2 GT3 produces 500 horsepower. Indeed, so did the 911R. Those cars have more than two decades worth of development on the base engine used for Singer's latest creation, yet their latest air-cooled flat-six matches that output. Of course, the Singer powerplant was developed by some of the most important names in the automotive world. …
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Chris Harris Thinks The New Boxster Had a “Personality Transplant”
And he doesn't think it's a good thing. By now, we all know that the 718 Boxster switched from a normally aspirated flat-six to a turbo charged flat-four. On paper the new Boxster is better in almost every way than its predecessor. It's faster zero to 60, faster zero to 100 and faster overall with a top speed of 177 MPH. As Chris says, "that's …
Continue to the full articleThese Are The Top 5 Exhaust Notes According To Porsche
The sound of a Porsche's exhaust note is as synonymous with the brand as the iconic look of the 911 itself. It's no wonder that Porsche spends so much time, money and effort on ensuring that each model sounds just so and as close to perfection as possible. In fact, every year at the Museum, Porsche hosts a "Sound Night". During this event, …
Continue to the full articleCreating Porsche Exhaust Notes: They Have To Rock
Very few manufacturers have as distinctive a soundtrack as Porsche. Porsche's flagship models have been powered by horizontally opposed engines since the 356. Because of this layout Porsches have a sound distinct from high-strung Italian sports cars or bass-heavy American V8s. The new 718 Boxster is powered by a turbocharged four rather than a six, …
Continue to the full articlePorsche Sounds Book Review
These days when you buy a book you tend to have choices. Normally, you can choose to purchase an electronic version for the e-reader of your choice, a hard or soft copy version if you like the feel of real paper or want a coffee table book, or even an audio book for those that prefer someone else to do the heavy lifting and just want to listen …
Continue to the full articleThis Is What The New Turbo Powered Boxster Sounds Like
This 4-mniute video clip features a 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster S being put through its paces on a series of mountain roads and switch backs. No voice overs, no commentary, just the sounds of Porsche's new turbo charged flat four engine. We're going to hold off making a final judgement call until we're able to hear one in person as we were …
Continue to the full articleThis Video Is All 911 GT3 RS. No Voiceover, No Soundtrack. Just A Porsche As It’s Meant To Be
Usually when we see videos with hi production values they're accompanied by a reviewer explaining just how incredible it is to be them and drive that particular car on that particular track. Or, worse yet, instead of the reviewer blathering on we're subjected to some type of soundtrack that completely obliterates what we all really want to hear, …
Continue to the full articleCheck Out This Soundbar Constructed From The Exhaust System Of A Porsche 911 GT3
One of the many things that drew me to Porsche at an early age was the sound. Now, today, when we're out in one of our air cooled Porsches we barely even turn the stereo on. There's just something about that exhaust note that resonates deep within. Now, Porsche Design has developed a soundbar for Porsche fans who just can't get enough of that …
Continue to the full articleThis Is What The All New Porsche GT3 RS Sounds Like In Person
If you think the new 911 GT3 RS looks good, wait until you hear what it sounds like in person. Youtube user NM2255 (Otherwise known as Nick from Italy) caught a GT3 RS in the metal recently. I can't tell at what track Nick "stumbled" upon this GT3 RS, but those definitely look like Porsche employees in the background. Regardless, the video below …
Continue to the full articleThis Is What The New Cayman GTS Sounds Like
Are you one of the more than 200,000 + people subscribed to the Porsche YouTube channel? If so, you're probably familiar with their driving videos. Each one filled with beautiful scenery, gorgeous Porsches and annoying music or voice-overs that don't let you hear the car. Usually, in the video comment section, some people complain. They want to …
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