Porsche 911 991 II Turbo 3.8 (540 Hp) PDK


Overall Rating

8.8 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 4.8 / 5
Value 4.0 / 5
Performance 4.9 / 5
Comfort 4.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Porsche 911:

The Porsche 911 model series is a family of two-door, high performance rear-engine sports cars, introduced in September 1964 by Porsche of Stuttgart, Germany, and now in its eighth generation. All 911s have a rear-mounted flat-six engine, and usually 2+2 seating, except for special 2-seater variants. Originally, 911s had air-cooled engines, and torsion bar suspension, but the 911 has been continuously changed and improved across generations. Though the 911 core concept has remained largely unchanged, water-cooled engines were introduced with the 996 series in 1998, and front and rear suspension have been replaced by Porsche-specific MacPherson suspension up front, and independent multi-link rear suspension....(Read more on Wikipedia)

991 II Overview:

Porsche 911 (991 II). With 710 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.8 l/100km). With a weight of 1595 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 3 s). The top speed reaches 320 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.

Turbo 3.8 (540 Hp) PDK Verdict:

Rating 5 stars

Performance Verdict

Blistering acceleration and immense power, combined with AWD stability, make it a daily usable supercar.

Fuel Economy

Surprisingly reasonable fuel consumption for a car with such incredible performance.

Best Use Case: High-performance daily driver, long-distance touring, high-speed cruising.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Iconic design and strong brand heritage
  • • Exceptional handling and driving dynamics across the range
  • • Wide range of performance models, from daily drivers to track monsters
  • • High-quality interior and build materials
  • • Strong resale value and desirability
  • • Engaging driving experience, especially with manual options

Cons:

  • • High purchase price and expensive options
  • • Firm ride on some performance-oriented models (GT3/GT2 RS)
  • • Limited practicality for cargo or rear passengers
  • • Turbocharging changed engine character for some purists (Carrera models)
  • • Maintenance can be costly

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Cabriolet (991): 2014 - 2015).

General:
Brand:Porsche
Model:911
Generation:991 II
Modification (Engine):Turbo 3.8 (540 Hp) PDK
Start of production:2015
End of production:2018
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Coupe
Seats:4
Doors:2
Engine:
Power:540 Hp @ 6400 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:142.1 Hp/l [2mm less]
Torque:710 Nm @ 2250-4000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:MDA.BA More details about the engine MDA.BA
Engine displacement:3800
Number of cylinders:6
Engine configuration:Boxer
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Direct injection
Engine aspiration:BiTurbo, Intercooler
Engine oil capacity:7.5 l
Engine layout:Rear, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:102 mm
Piston Stroke:77.5 mm
Compression ratio:9.8:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:11.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:7.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:9.1 l/100 km
Emission standard:Euro 6
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:3 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:3 sec
Maximum speed:320 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:3 kg/Hp, 338.6 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:2.2 kg/Nm, 445.1 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:2.9 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1595
Max. weight:2010
Max load:415
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:260 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:115 l
Fuel tank capacity:68 l
Size:
Length:4507 mm [2mm less]
Width:1880 mm [28mm more]
Height:1297 mm [3mm more]
Wheelbase:2450 mm [Same wheelbase.]
Width including mirrors:1978 mm
Front track:1541 mm
Rear (Back) track:1590 mm
Powertrain:
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears7
Transmission typeAutomatic
Gearbox typePDK
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size245/35 ZR 20; 305/30 ZR 20
Wheel rims size9J x 20; 11.5J x 20
Front suspensionIndependent type McPherson
Rear suspensionIndependent multi-link suspension

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