The 2011 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS is the newest408-horsepower version of the legendary Porsche coupe and two things make itdifferent from the many, many 911s that have come before it: its torque-richengine and its magical transmission.
The standard Carrera S (again, the 997) comes equippedwith 385 horsepower from its 3.8-liter flat-six. The GTS ups the game to 408 horsepower at 7,300 rpm thanks tothe standard fitment of the $16,900 Powerkit option (tweaks to the intake andexhaust tracts) on the outgoing 997 S. But surprisingly, it's the torque thatimpresses from behind the wheel. Twist is up to 310 pound-feet at 4,200 rpm,but with 238 lb-ft available practically from idle, it's the linearity of itsdelivery that shines through and helps achieve a 4.4-second run to 100 kms perhour.
Coming at a price tag of $104,050, the transmissionchoices are a six-speed manual or seven-speed dual-clutch known as PDK. Thetrack-derived GT3 is powered by a 435-hp 3.8-liter flat six-cylinder engine andcomes exclusively as a rear-wheel drive coupe with a six-speed manualtransmission.
Porsche says a customer may choose among any of its tirevendors (Michelin, Pirelli or Bridgestone), but popular demand says Michelin-equipped 911s has been better.
Some vital information around this wild-machine:
Engine:
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3.8L Flat-Six
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Power:
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408 HP / 310 LB-FT
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Transmission:
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6-Speed Manual
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0-100 Time:
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4.4 Seconds
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Top Speed:
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306 KPH
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Drivetrain:
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Rear-Wheel Drive
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Curb Weight:
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3,131 LBS
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Seating:
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2+2
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Cargo:
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3.71 CU-FT
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MPG:
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18 City / 25 HWY
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Price tag:
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$103,100 base
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Below is the 2011 Porsche 911Carrera GTS Promotional Video -
