Porsche, the iconic German manufacturer of sports cars, has a massive following among car enthusiasts. The Porsche 911 has dominated the racing and automotive industry since its launch in 1963. This iconic car is known for its beautiful design line, performance, and Porsche’s never-ending ability to innovate. Let’s take a look at what makes it a classic and why you might want one.
Engine and transmission
The 911 has a twin-turbo 3.0-liter flat-six-cylinder engine, which is rear-mounted. The standard Carrera produces 379 horsepower; the S, 443; and the GTS, 473. Even though an eight-speed automatic transmission is standard on every model, you can get a seven-speed manual transmission if you buy an S or GTS model. The coupe and cabriolet come standard with rear-wheel drive, but all-wheel drive is optional for four-season high-performance driving. Only the Targa has all-wheel drive.
Performance
Every 911 has incredible acceleration, regardless of the application, mainly when the launch control is used. The 911 is still comfy and better to drive than ever. The coupe and convertible offer more cornering grip and stability, and the steering is responsive and brilliantly direct. Despite the 911’s body control, which enables drivers to switch between leisurely drives and exhilarating romps, the ride quality is smooth.
Fuel economy
The most fuel-efficient 911 is the Carrera S with the manual transmission, which gets 18 mpg in the city and 25 on the highway. The fuel-economy estimates for other 911 models don’t stray too far from those numbers.
Interior and comfort
The 911’s interior features a combination of buttons, knobs, touchscreen controls, and its first-ever sizable central cupholder. The front seats are comfy and supportive, and the steering wheel offers many adjustment options. Although the 911 (theoretically) has room for four passengers, back-seat legroom remains scarce due to its two-door layout.
Infotainment and connectivity
Every 911 comes with a 10.9-inch touchscreen mounted in the center of the dashboard. On the center screen’s console, there are rotary push-button controls in addition to voice commands and buttons on the steering wheel. The infotainment system supports wireless Apple CarPlay, wired Android Auto, and a Wi-Fi hotspot. Porsche offers two premium surround-sound systems: a 12-speaker Bose unit and a 13-speaker Burmester stereo.
Safety features
Many driver-assistance technologies are available, including desirable features like automatic high beams, blind-spot monitoring, and even night vision. Important safety features include automatic emergency braking, standard forward-collision warning, lane departure warning, lane-keeping assistance, and adaptive cruise control.