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New 997 Turbo photos in AutoWeek
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Just got my issue of AutoWeek last night. It has the "uncloaked" photos of the 997TT. Looks a lot better with all of the crap taken off and ends some of the speculation. The only thing I dont care for is the odd placement of the fog lights.
To me, it's more evolutionary than revolutionary. I dont see 996TT owners running off and selling their cars anytime soon for the "upgrade", especially considering that there's only a planned 30+ hp increase.
It'll be interesting to see what the GT2 version is like.
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Just got my issue of AutoWeek last night. It has the "uncloaked" photos of the 997TT. Looks a lot better with all of the crap taken off and ends some of the speculation. The only thing I dont care for is the odd placement of the fog lights.
To me, it's more evolutionary than revolutionary. I dont see 996TT owners running off and selling their cars anytime soon for the "upgrade", especially considering that there's only a planned 30+ hp increase.
It'll be interesting to see what the GT2 version is like.
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yah, it really just looks like a bumper package upgrade. And a little bigger wing. Im sure it will be a great car, as it always is, but I would have liked to see a little more evolution.
993 - 996 was a much bigger change.
993 - 996 was a much bigger change.
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Originally posted by maxwell
yah, it really just looks like a bumper package upgrade. And a little bigger wing. Im sure it will be a great car, as it always is, but I would have liked to see a little more evolution.
993 - 996 was a much bigger change.
yah, it really just looks like a bumper package upgrade. And a little bigger wing. Im sure it will be a great car, as it always is, but I would have liked to see a little more evolution.
993 - 996 was a much bigger change.
I love the rear love handles BTW, so much sexier and bring back the sexy rear quarters of the 993
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My question is this: How come no 3.8L TT?
I understand the GT1 engine and all, but a 3.8L TT would make some serious HP. Interesting...
I understand the GT1 engine and all, but a 3.8L TT would make some serious HP. Interesting...
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I moved a few photos around and added one for a better 996TT vs 997TT comparison...
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Uncloaked! 2006 911 Turbo: PorscheĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s silver bullet spied on shakedown test
GREG KABLE
Posted Date: 12/14/05
Our spies have undermined PorscheĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s plan to keep its seventh-generation 911 Turbo secret until its world premiere at the Geneva motor show next February.
Shown here, devoid of bulky camouflage, blackout paint and taped disguise, is the turbocharged version of the new 997 as it will appear on American highways by next June. We caught the production-ready prototype as it ventured out of PorscheĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s factory gates for final shakedown tests. The photos reveal a curvaceous appearance and eye-catching details that are bound to set ZuffenhausenĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s latest performance leader apart from tamer versions of the 911.
Building on the wide-bodied appearance of the recently introduced 4S, the 997-series Turbo declares itself with a unique front bumper carrying high-intensity LED indicators and parking lights integrated into a horizontal bar running across the outer air ducts. The fog lamps are set low on the corners within special housings designed to protect them from stone damage.
Along the flanks, sills under the doors are more pronounced and sizeable air ducts ahead of the rear wheel arches provide efficient cooling. Changes to the rear include the adoption of a reshaped biplane wing assembly that Porsche says will provide added levels of downforce, and a bumper with small ducts to pull hot air out of the engine bay. Completing the makeover, lightweight 19-inch alloy wheels wear ultra-low-profile tires, accentuating a significantly lower ride height than standard 911 models.
Behind the TurboĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s distinctive look is a more powerful version of PorscheĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s twin-turbocharged 3.6-liter six-cylinder engine. High-level Zuffenhausen sources say the powerplant is derived from the outgoing modelĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s engine, which itself evolved from PorscheĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s Le Mans-winning 911 GT1 sports car program.
WeĂ¢â‚¬â„¢ve heard reports of power outputs of up to 500 hpĂ¢â‚¬â€a massive 80-hp or 19 percent increase above the outgoing modelĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s 420 hp. The companyĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s habit of incremental improvement suggests the figure could be significantly lower, though with others advertising 500 hp, Porsche must be tempted to respond. Nothing is official just yet, but weĂ¢â‚¬â„¢re told to expect a subtle 30-hp gain, taking the new model up to 450 hp (the same power obtainable by adding a Porsche X50 power kit to todayĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s 911 Turbo SĂ¢â‚¬â€perhaps a similar option will be offer*ed on the new model).
The TurboĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s torque figure also rises by about 30 lb-ft to 457 lb-ft. Drive goes to all four wheels via a standard six-speed manual unit or a new double-clutch automatic gearbox, and PorscheĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s familiar full-time awd system.
What's one way to distinguish the 996 Turbo (top) from the new 997 Turbo pulling away from you on the highway? Note the new trapezoidal exhaust openings and tips poking through the lower fascia, rather than tucked under the rear trim. Key to the increased output is Variable Turbine Geometry technology for the two turbo*chargers. Common on high-performance diesel engines, VTG continuously adjusts the angle of the turbochargerĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s vanes to provide a more linear delivery of power and wider spread of torque. To make this work on gasoline engines, with much higher exhaust temperatures than diesel units, the BorgWarner-developed turbos employ heat-resistant ceramics. The engine also benefits from improved variable intake and exhaust valve timing.
As already reported by AutoWeek (Ă¢â‚¬Å“Porsche Juices the 911,Ă¢â‚¬Â Nov. 7), the 997 TurboĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s weight is up to about 3520 pounds. Even with the added weight, the 997 Turbo gains in power-to-weight ratio and should be able to hit 60 mph in well under 4.0 seconds with a top speed of 190 mph.
(Photos by Bernd Rauh)
Uncloaked! 2006 911 Turbo: PorscheĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s silver bullet spied on shakedown test
GREG KABLE
Posted Date: 12/14/05
Our spies have undermined PorscheĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s plan to keep its seventh-generation 911 Turbo secret until its world premiere at the Geneva motor show next February.
Shown here, devoid of bulky camouflage, blackout paint and taped disguise, is the turbocharged version of the new 997 as it will appear on American highways by next June. We caught the production-ready prototype as it ventured out of PorscheĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s factory gates for final shakedown tests. The photos reveal a curvaceous appearance and eye-catching details that are bound to set ZuffenhausenĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s latest performance leader apart from tamer versions of the 911.
Building on the wide-bodied appearance of the recently introduced 4S, the 997-series Turbo declares itself with a unique front bumper carrying high-intensity LED indicators and parking lights integrated into a horizontal bar running across the outer air ducts. The fog lamps are set low on the corners within special housings designed to protect them from stone damage.
Along the flanks, sills under the doors are more pronounced and sizeable air ducts ahead of the rear wheel arches provide efficient cooling. Changes to the rear include the adoption of a reshaped biplane wing assembly that Porsche says will provide added levels of downforce, and a bumper with small ducts to pull hot air out of the engine bay. Completing the makeover, lightweight 19-inch alloy wheels wear ultra-low-profile tires, accentuating a significantly lower ride height than standard 911 models.
Behind the TurboĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s distinctive look is a more powerful version of PorscheĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s twin-turbocharged 3.6-liter six-cylinder engine. High-level Zuffenhausen sources say the powerplant is derived from the outgoing modelĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s engine, which itself evolved from PorscheĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s Le Mans-winning 911 GT1 sports car program.
WeĂ¢â‚¬â„¢ve heard reports of power outputs of up to 500 hpĂ¢â‚¬â€a massive 80-hp or 19 percent increase above the outgoing modelĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s 420 hp. The companyĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s habit of incremental improvement suggests the figure could be significantly lower, though with others advertising 500 hp, Porsche must be tempted to respond. Nothing is official just yet, but weĂ¢â‚¬â„¢re told to expect a subtle 30-hp gain, taking the new model up to 450 hp (the same power obtainable by adding a Porsche X50 power kit to todayĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s 911 Turbo SĂ¢â‚¬â€perhaps a similar option will be offer*ed on the new model).
The TurboĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s torque figure also rises by about 30 lb-ft to 457 lb-ft. Drive goes to all four wheels via a standard six-speed manual unit or a new double-clutch automatic gearbox, and PorscheĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s familiar full-time awd system.
What's one way to distinguish the 996 Turbo (top) from the new 997 Turbo pulling away from you on the highway? Note the new trapezoidal exhaust openings and tips poking through the lower fascia, rather than tucked under the rear trim. Key to the increased output is Variable Turbine Geometry technology for the two turbo*chargers. Common on high-performance diesel engines, VTG continuously adjusts the angle of the turbochargerĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s vanes to provide a more linear delivery of power and wider spread of torque. To make this work on gasoline engines, with much higher exhaust temperatures than diesel units, the BorgWarner-developed turbos employ heat-resistant ceramics. The engine also benefits from improved variable intake and exhaust valve timing.
As already reported by AutoWeek (Ă¢â‚¬Å“Porsche Juices the 911,Ă¢â‚¬Â Nov. 7), the 997 TurboĂ¢â‚¬â„¢s weight is up to about 3520 pounds. Even with the added weight, the 997 Turbo gains in power-to-weight ratio and should be able to hit 60 mph in well under 4.0 seconds with a top speed of 190 mph.
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I don't think they'll make a GT2 this time, but maybe.
I don't think they'll make a GT2 this time, but maybe.
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These guys are killing me with all this garbage about only 500 horsepwer and additional weight. This car needs to be closer to 600 horsepower in stock form or guys like me will keep their 996.
Imagine Auto and Evolution Motorsports will be publicly traded companies on the NASDAQ in two years or less if they don't come up with something better than what is currently being claimed.
Imagine Auto and Evolution Motorsports will be publicly traded companies on the NASDAQ in two years or less if they don't come up with something better than what is currently being claimed.
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