Why does Porsche have all wheel drive in Carrera 4?
The new electro-hydraulically controlled Porsche Traction Management all-wheel drive apparently allows for more precise metering of torque and traction between the front and rear axles, just as in the range-topping Turbo models, and it certainly seems to be able to find grip wherever it needs it.
Is the new Porsche 911 4 wheel drive?
The four-wheel-drive variants of the 911 range sub-Turbo, now with the new 3.0-litre biturbo flat six. So they’re all-wheel drive with turbos, but still not actual ‘Turbo’ models – that name is still reserved for the new Turbo and Turbo S which are also refreshed. And four-wheel drive.
When did Porsche start campaigning for the 911 Carrera?
More than 20 years ago, Porsche campaigned for the 911 Carrera with the words: “For 100 years, cars equaled independence. Only one equals addiction.” What car did you first become addicted to?
How does rear wheel steer work in Porsche 911?
There’s also a rear-wheel-steer system available as an option, nicked pretty much wholesale from the 911 Turbo and GT3. Usual operation: at speeds above 50mph the rear wheels turn marginally in the same direction as the fronts, aiding high-speed stability, and below 31mph turn in the opposite direction, helping with agility.
Is the Porsche 911 Carrera a good car?
Both engines are very responsive and hop into the power quickly. Each gearbox had that satisfying, notchy feeling to it when changing gears, and while the 911 Carrera does have an extra gear, that didn’t sway me in either direction. What did sway me is the differences in handling among them.
What’s the zero to 60 mph time on a Porsche 911?
The zero-to-60-mph times for both the Cayman S and the 911 Carrera are 4.4 seconds with the manual, and 4.0 seconds with PDK and Sport Chrono equipped. This matches my feeling from the seat, as well.
Why did Porsche change the wheelbase of the Carrera T?
It gained 2.2 inches of length, while the wheelbase increased by 3.9 inches. These changes effectively moved the rear axle back three inches, which made the 911 a little less rear-engined than before. This was done to increase stability and comfort, and in concert with a two inch wider front track, produce a more neutral handling balance.
What’s the name of the new Porsche 911?
The 2017 model year happened to be an important one for each of these three models, each of which got big updates. The Boxster and Cayman got full redesigns, and the Porsche 911 Carrera got an extensive refresh.