Is the Porsche 997 GT2 still in production?
The technology is still used by Porsche on the 991. Twice, in fact. After the 997 GT2 powered on to a confirmed 204mph in 2007, the GT2 RS beat it by 1mph three years later. No other factory 911 has passed the double-ton mark before or since. To refine my point, I’m not suggesting every 997 model was the best of its kind. Far from it.
What does a Porsche 911 996 Turbo look like?
From the front, it looks a little like the Carrera GT, but most bystanders will still see a 911. Detail changes include a unique front spoiler and a rear one that’s a two-stage affair, as it is with the 996 Turbo. New lower rear bodywork matches the special Turbo exhaust pipes.
Is the Porsche 911 Turbo all wheel drive?
With all-wheel drive and 473 hp, Porsche’s all-new 911 Turbo is the fastest yet. This is the sixth generation of the 911 Turbo. What could possibly be new about this new model? It has a new turbocharged engine with variable-geometry turbos that make 473 horsepower and 502 pound-feet of torque—58 horses and 87 pound-feet more than the last one.
What’s the peak torque of a Porsche 911?
The variable-geometry turbos on the new VTG engine virtually eliminate turbo lag above 2000 rpm. The peak torque of 502 pound-feet is available for 10 seconds during a special overboost mode of 20.9 psi. Normal peak torque is 457 pound-feet.
When did the Porsche 997 Turbo Cabriolet come out?
Porsche AG announced on May 7, 2007 that the 911 Turbo Cabriolet would go on sale in September 2007. The Porsche 997 Turbo Cabriolet became one of the fastest convertible sports cars in production.
Is the Porsche 911 Turbo a sports car?
For more than 40 years, the Porsche 911 has been a sports car icon, and for 2007 it’s apparent that the company is not about to let that reputation diminish in the least. This year sees the return, after a one-year hiatus, of the 911 Turbo.
What’s the top speed of a 2007 Porsche 911 Turbo?
With all-wheel drive putting it to the pavement, the 2007 Porsche 911 Turbo can dash to 60 mph in just 3.4 seconds and hit a top speed over 190 mph. And that’s with an automatic transmission. For the first time ever, the automatic version is quicker than the manual version.
What’s the difference between Porsche 997 and 997 GT2?
Unlike the 997 Turbo, the 997 GT2 uses a rear wheel drive layout for reduced weight (primarily for competing in GT2 class racing as with its predecessors), and boasts a power increase from a newly designed expansion intake manifold, and shorter turbo intake manifolds.