The 3.0-liter, twin-turbo V6 engine in the 911 produces 443 horsepower in the Carrera S. It can accelerate you from 0 to 60 mph in an amazing 3.5 seconds.
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Performance – Engine, Transmission, and Other
The 911’s twin-turbo 3.0-liter flat-six cylinder engine is located in the back of the vehicle. The standard Carrera produces 379 horsepower; the S produces 443; and the GTS produces 473. While a tremendously quick-shifting eight-speed automatic transmission is standard on every model, a sweet seven-speed manual transmission is also available, but you’ll have to spend more money for a S or GTS to obtain it. Although the coupe and cabriolet come standard with rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive is an option for four-season, high-performance driving. Only the Targa has all-wheel drive. Testing of the original Carrera as well as several iterations of the more potent Carrera S demonstrated both the car’s prowess on the racetrack and its exceptional grip in challenging driving conditions. Every 911 has incredible acceleration, regardless of the application, especially when the joyously effective launch control is used. When equipped with the eight-speed automatic transmission at our test track, the GTS model accelerated to 60 mph in just 2.8 seconds; when fitted with the seven-speed manual transmission, the 911 GTS achieved a slightly slower time of 3.2 seconds. Porsche’s optional sport exhaust system adds a richer engine note, further enhancing the experience. The 911 is still comfy and better to drive than ever, which is the best part. The coupe and convertible offer more cornering grip and stability, and the steering is communicative and beautifully straight. Despite the 911’s incredible body control, which enables drivers to easily switch between leisurely drives and exhilarating romps, the ride quality is nevertheless surprisingly supple.
GTS. Three letters and a never-ending desire for more.
There is never enough of whatever you enjoy. but only the urge for more. More of what you love, that’s all. And the 911 GTS models were specifically inspired by this: they have more power, agility, and dynamics in addition to a very sporty look. Or, to put it another way: more Porsche.
The 3.0-liter twin-turbo six-cylinder engines of the 911 GTS variants reflect the maximum power of the 911 Carrera and Targa models, putting out 353kW (473hp). This results in a top track speed of 193 mph for the 911 Carrera GTS. In addition, the 911 Carrera 4 GTS accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.3 seconds when equipped with Launch Control and the Sport Chrono Package.
The distinctive black (grained) spoiler lip and SportDesign front fascia with massive side air intakes set the 911 GTS models apart from the competition in terms of performance. Likewise, the clear back lights and the tinted LED headlights with PDLS Plus.
Strong to the very last detail: the SportDesign rear section with substantial black trim, the Sport Exhaust System in stainless steel with tailpipes in black, and the matte black model name at the back. The Targa bar and the Targa emblem on the side of the 911 Targa 4 GTS are two additional features that are completed in black.
The 20/21-inch Turbo S wheels in Satin Black with central locking, made from aluminum alloy, complement the performance sense of the GTS. Excellent grip and lateral force potential are provided by the 245/35 ZR 20 tires up front and the 305/30 ZR 21 tires at the back.
Realistic feeling: The Race-Tex1 covered GT Sport Steering Wheel with multifunction controls clearly references the 911’s motorsport heritage with a thumb rest and a 12 o’clock marker. The instrument cluster, which features a prominently located analog tachometer and two high-resolution screens that show the critical vehicle data on four digital instruments, is directly visible.
Race-Tex is a microfiber material that has been approved for use on racetracks and has a premium appearance and feel akin to suede. It provides a good hold and has a soft, comfortable grip. It is enduring and simple to maintain.
The Sport Seats Plus seat centers also have the Race-Tex fabric, which has been authorized for use on racetracks. The embroidered “GTS” insignia on the headrests is another distinctive element of the GTS. You will receive the black Race-Tex interior with enhanced leather features along with the optional GTS interior package as well as decorative stitching and other items in Carmine Red or Chalk.
The Full Bucket Seats, which are an optional option, are entirely comprised of carbon-fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) with a carbon-weave finish. At very little weight, this offers exceptionally effective lateral support. Black leather covers the seat, with perforated Race-Tex in the seat center. The ‘GTS’ logo on the headrests is the ideal finishing touch.
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On paper, the 911 Carrera S generates 390 pound-feet (529 Newton meters) of torque and 443 horsepower (330 kilowatts). The statistics didn’t stack up, though, when Motor Trend put its Racing Yellow 2020 911 Carrera S on the dyno. 414 horsepower (308 kW) and 406 lb-ft (550 Nm) of torque were measured by Motor Trend at the wheels. Porsche’s stated horsepower figure is lower, but torque is higher.
While a dyno measures power at the wheels, automakers rate horsepower and torque values at the crank. Drivetrain loss, or power lost to spinning the gearbox and other mechanical parts, is expected to cause some power loss in cars between the crank and the wheels. For some quick calculations, a 15 percent drivetrain loss is a decent assumption.
For the most recent 911, Litchfield intends to supply new exhausts soon.
Update: An earlier version of this article stated that Litchfield had adjusted a 911 Carrera 4S and its base model to create 572 horsepower and 480 pound-feet of torque. The website Porsche Boost, however, pointed out in an email that this is probably not the case because the base 911’s turbine and compressor wheels are much smaller and that its boost pressure is lower than that of the C4S. Given that, it would be hard for both engines to produce the same power with a single tune.
Litchfield was asked for clarification through email. Iain Litchfield, the company’s director, responded as follows:
The development vehicle we tested was a Carrera 4S, but all the information we could find—primarily in the UK press—suggested that the European base Carrera would have the same engine, albeit in a detuned configuration in order to comply with the most recent emissions regulations. Small turbos were not mentioned in the Porsche press release I saw here, but if I’m mistaken, please correct me. It’s a fantastic engine in either case.
We’ve added more information about the differences in the base engine and removed references to the adjusted output of the original 911 Carrera in light of Litchfield’s remarks.
The many variations of the Porsche 911 from the 992 generation are still being released, but the Carrera S, with its 3.0-liter twin-turbo flat six and 443 horsepower (330 kilowatts), continues to be the top dog. Although more potent models are on the way, Litchfield is now prepared to assist any 992 owners who desire additional power. The Carrera S can now be tuned to produce 572 horsepower (427 kW). Increased maximum torque of 480 pound-feet (650 Newton-meters). The cost of the upgrade is PS995.00 ($1,222 at today’s exchange rates). Although it’s unclear how much the power and torque will boost in the less-powerful Porsche, the business will also sell the tune for the base 911 Carrera.
How much power does that Porsche actually produce?
Early this year, the Porsche 911 Turbo S from the 992 generation began to show up at dealerships, and it had one very encouraging number: 640. The most recent iteration of Stuttgart’s legendary 3.8-liter flat-six engine, which is forced-fed a whole bunch of air using two variable vane turbochargers, produces that amount of horsepower at its peak of 6,750 rpm. The new charge-air cooling system and piezo fuel injectors both contribute.
Porsche increased that number from the 991 Turbo S variant by 60 horsepower. That is amazing! And it is crucial in getting the Turbo S from zero to 60 mph in under 2.6 seconds! That amounts to a 1.05g force pressing you against the seatback on average. Or, to put it another way, falling is faster in the most recent 911 Turbo S.
Hold on. It’s possible that some of you will respond, “I read in European periodicals that the most recent 911 Turbo S makes 650 ps, not 640 horsepower.” How come? Why does Europe now have more power? What does ps actually stand for? Pump your brakes if this is you. Europeans do not receive any more authority in any way. Just a different way of looking at horsepower.
Pferdestark, the German word for horsepower, is what PS stands for. And much like most of the rest of the world, Germans employ the metric system. 75 kg of force multiplied by meters per second equals one metric horsepower. On the other hand, the United States still favors pounds and feet over kilos and meters. Thus, 550 pounds of force multiplied by feet per second equals one SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) horsepower.
One SAE horsepower is equal to 1.014 metric horsepower if you do a load of math to convert these to the same units. A metric horsepower is equal to 0.986 SAE horsepower, or you can turn it around. A fantastic illustration of that comes from Bugatti, a distinct brand inside the VW group. Everyone was in awe of the quad-turbocharged W-16 engine’s 1000 horsepower when the Veyron initially appeared, but you may have noted that many American periodicals reported that it only had 986.
This brings us full circle to the Porsche 911 Turbo S of the 992 generation. It produces 650 ps. This is multiplied by 1.014 to yield 641 horsepower. Why not claim that last horsepower, I questioned Porsche. They also claimed that promoting a round number and rounding down a number were equally enjoyable.
Porsche appreciates even numbers. The newest GT3 produces 510 ps in Europe but 503 horsepower in the United States thanks to this small mathematical variance. 394 horsepower, or 400 ps, are produced by the Boxster GTS 4.0. If you convert all of the Porsche models to metric horsepower, from the entry-level Macan to the all-conquering 918 Spyder, you’ll see that there are a lot of even numbers that are concealed.
since we’re talking about it. Power, which is equal to horsepower, is energy over time. Although the majority of Americans automatically think of light bulb brightness, a Watt is also a unit of power. However, this is altering due to the flood of new EVs, which frequently list power output in Kilowatts. 1000 Watts make up a kilowatt. A kilowatt is equivalent to 1.34 SAE horsepower and 1.36 metric horsepower. If someone claims their Taycan Turbo S has 460 kilowatts, they should also tell you that it has 460 multiplied by 1.34 SAE horsepower (616 horsepower) or 1.36 metric horsepower (625 pferdestark).
Who has the greatest horsepower in a Porsche?
The 918 Spyder, a plug-in hybrid that outperforms all previous Porsche models by a wide margin, holds the title for the most potent Porsche ever produced. The 918 Spyder has a combined output of 887 horsepower and a top speed of 214 kilometers per hour from its two engines. The concept model was initially unveiled in 2010, and production models, limited to 918 total units, were produced in 2013. A 4.6-liter V8 engine and two electric motors work together to propel the vehicle to astounding performance heights. Future for Porsche looks promising if hybrid technology becomes a fixture of the brand’s lineup.
How many horsepower is a Carrera S?
The 3.0-liter, twin-turbo V6 engine in the 911 produces 443 horsepower in the Carrera S. It can accelerate you from 0 to 60 mph in an amazing 3.5 seconds. This is mated to either a seven-speed manual transmission or an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.