Alright guys, i need to know whats the differance on all the 996 Turbo Models.

996TT = 420 hp, k16 garret turbos, 4wd

X50 = 450 hp, k24 turbos, gt2 intercoolers, 4wd
TurboS = 450 hp, k24 turbos, g2 intecoolers, PCCB as standard?, 4wd
GT2 mark1 = 462 hp, k24 turbos, gt2 intercoolers, PCCB,2wd
GT2 mark2 = 482 hp, k24 turbos, gt2 intercoolers, PCCB,2wd

So the only difference on X50 package and TurboS, is the brakes?
Do the TurboS models always come with PCCB ?
Is this all ?

Thanks alot guys

// André

 

gt2 is lighter that a turbo S

 

K16 and K24 turbos are made by KKK/Borg Werner, not Garrett.

 

That looks like the basic differences. The turbo S always included PCCBs. Of course the X50 could be ordered with PCCBs.

A

 

So if the X50 could be ordered with PCCB , wouldent it be called a TurboS then ?
Or was it called TurboS from 2004 and newer when it had PCCB ?

Yes i know the GT2 is lighter and have a better chassis.
But i need to know more info regarding X50 and TurboS, the differance.
Okey, the turbos are from KKK/Borg Werner, good to know.

If you have some more info to share, please do.

Thanks guys

// André

 

There is also a difference in transmissions on the GT2, if I have read correctly.

It is a subject of some debate if the X50 gets some of those transmission parts.

(This really should be a sticky, or part of a FAQ)

 

All of the turbo S's had ceramic brakes as standard. Also they were generation 2 PCCB's, exactly the same as all of the 997's. Also they had the short shifter standard. I have also heard through renteam.org that several of the Turbo S's had a little more power than the X50 option. I know it is the same option, but in 2005 it seems as though a few made it out with 483hp. Also Turbo S was only in 2005. Maybe someone else can add to this.

 

Porsche didn't have any turbo S models prior to 2005. Basically they included a lot of options (K24s, PCCbs, etc) and called the last 996 cars the Turbo S.

X50, Turbo S and GT2s have identical engines and turbos. The later GT2s were simply programmed for more boost. GT2 trasnmissions came with a pump and cooler, but are otherwise identical to the various turbo models even though the are missing the front drive components, they can be plugged in to a turbo and will work in AWD mode.

There are two gebnerations of PCCB. The first generation is generally deemed as less desirable or even undesirable by some.

 

Additional QUESTION...

MkII GT2's from the 996 era, what years qualify it as MKII?

 

IRCC , X50 has steel syncros in the slushbox for a durability upgrade.

I think the exhaust is different too?

 

The GT2 is not very similar to the Turbo S except in the powerplant. It is lighter, different suspension and is RWD. It was limited in production and cost a lot more.

a 2004 ordered with all the options and PCCB would be a Turbo S. 2005 everything came std on the car with the 2nd gen PCCB's ( I don't know when they started making the second generation of brakes)

RG

 

Do not forget the very well sought after 993 turbo S (although original post was regarding 996s), with excellent models fetching $150-200k.

 

Yes, but the "S" is "S"exier, which makes up for all of that and is therefore more desirable in LA.


BTW...go Lakers!!

 

The rumor that the X50 tranny (manual) was different than non-x50 is a rumor. Same part.

Exhaust is the same to (x50 versus non)... many X50s added the twin tips to the exhaust (perhaps this is std on a turbo S?) but the basic exhaust is the same.

To the OP- An "turbo S" is a specific model in 2005. You could find the same combination of options in a 2004, but that would NOT make it a "Turbo S".

If you really need the S, you can buy the letters and put it on the rear....



A

 

Alright, some great info here.

So when i buy a 996TT, i should have a X50 or a TurboS in order to get the k24 turbos.
Thanks alot guys

// André