Big wings, a gaping maw, the right amount of badging, and an exhaust note that sounds the business. All these qualities solidify the impression of aggression this car leaves on anyone looking at it for more than two seconds. Oh—and its 414 horsepower also helps. It's a classic, unfiltered, intense sports car for someone in need of a rolling …
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Drag Battle: 992 Turbo S Vs. 992 Turbo S Cabriolet Vs. 991.2 GT3
For going quickly with minimal effort, there aren't many vehicles better than the latest 911 Turbo. Its massive torque is made manageable with enviable traction, its slippery shape helps it all the way to 205 miles per hour, its power delivery is predictable, and the gearing—among other things—makes it faster than the Taycan Turbo S. With all …
Continue to the full article992 GT3 and GT3 Touring Spied Testing at Monza and the Nordschleife
Donning a mule's disguise for a few laps at the 'Ring, what are likely the newest members of Porsche's GT family suggest there's a bright future ahead for the normally aspirated engine of the increasingly girthy 992's body. Based on the engine notes and the obvious bits bodywork seen here—so much is obscured by the black exterior—we can surmise …
Continue to the full articleWhich is the Right 996 for You? A Primer on the Unloved Generation
Love it or hate it, the 996 is an undeniably good value nowadays. With the more common models, the price point allows young enthusiasts to join the proud family of 911 owners. The GT range and more tech-heavy examples still command considerable money, and that's for good reason. At the top of the 996 totem pole are the GT3 and GT2, and those two …
Continue to the full articleJay Leno and Patrick Dempsey Sample Two RS Porsches at Willow Springs
Light, nimble, and sleek, a '73 2.7 RS turns heads wherever it goes, commands obscene prices, and causes Porschephiles to salivate. For the historian, this rolling museum piece represents a period in racing when the difference between a road car and a racing car wasn't as vast as it is today. In fact, the 2.7 RS wasn't originally legal in the US …
Continue to the full articlePorsche Offers Sleek Aero Additions for the 992
The 992 already has the added girth and 993-esque light strip spanning the rear to make it a very pretty car. That said, the base models are still somewhat understated for something so capable, and that might leave some wanting for a slightly sportier shape. Before the GT-series variants of the 992 are released, there are a couple …
Continue to the full articleWhy Does The Porsche Carrera T Exist, Anyway?
Simplified, straightforward, and incredibly well-engineered, the Carrera T offers both the purist and the tech-sensitive engineer no shortage of qualities to admire. Incredible ergonomics, stellar visibility, a direct steering system, good power, and a wonderful compromise for everyday usage make this Carrera T perfect for the discreet, discerning …
Continue to the full articleWalter Röhrl Picks His Top Five Porsche Rally Cars
Beware, dear reader, as this is a video that requires some reading. When discussing something as dear to his heart as rally cars, Herr Röhrl tends to stick with his native German. Though the video is in German, the visual language of Porsche racing cars transcends the spoken word, and Herr Röhrl has brought some icons for the latest Top 5 …
Continue to the full articleThis Rally-Spec 996 GT3 is a Handful and a Half
Ruben Zeltner may have more modern rally cars in his stable, but his white 996 GT3, kindly nicknamed "Zebra," still makes regular appearances at German hillclimbs and rally events. At this year's ADAC Rallye Köln-Ahrweiler, an 87-mile-long rally outside of Cologne, the two-time Germany rally champion brought his trusty 996 to cover the fourteen …
Continue to the full articlePorsche Nets A Double Podium In An Uncharacteristically Docile Macau Grand Prix Weekend
The Macau Grand Prix weekend is always on my list of must-watch racing action every year when it rolls around. The tight street circuit usually produces some extremely close and tight action, particularly among the GT3 class. This race draws teams and manufacturer support from all over the world, with some of the greatest drivers duking it out in a …
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