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Porsche 911 Cabriolet (991) Carrera GTS 3.8 (430 Hp)
Overall Rating
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largely unchanged, water-cooled engines were introduced with the 996 series in 1998, and front and rear suspension have been replaced by Porsche-specific MacPherson suspension up front, and independent multi-link rear suspension....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Cabriolet (991) Overview:
Porsche 911 (Cabriolet (991)). With 440 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1495 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.6 s). The top speed reaches 304 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
Carrera GTS 3.8 (430 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Pure, engaging naturally aspirated power, offering a visceral driving experience with the manual gearbox, slightly slower but more involving than the PDK.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for a high-performance manual, though slightly higher than its PDK counterpart due to driver input.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Iconic design and heritage
- • Exceptional handling and steering precision
- • Powerful and engaging flat-six engines
- • High-quality interior and build materials
- • Versatile convertible experience
- • Strong resale value
Cons:
- • High purchase price and running costs
- • Limited practicality (2+2 seating, small trunk)
- • Road noise and wind buffeting at speed (Cabriolet)
- • Firm ride quality on rough roads
- • Expensive options list
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(991: 2013 - 2016).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Porsche |
| Model: | 911 |
| Generation: | Cabriolet (991) |
| Modification (Engine): | Carrera GTS 3.8 (430 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2014 |
| End of production: | 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 430 Hp @ 7500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 113.2 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 440 Nm @ 5750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | MA1.01 More details about the engine MA1.01 |
| Engine displacement: | 3800 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Boxer |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7.5 l |
| Coolant: | 26.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Rear, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 102 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 77.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 12.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.7 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 304 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.5 kg/Hp, 287.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.4 kg/Nm, 294.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1495 |
| Max. weight: | 1905 |
| Max load: | 410 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 285 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4509 mm mm [3mm more] |
| Width: | 1852 mm mm [28mm less] |
| Height: | 1292 mm mm [3mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2450 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1538 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1560 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 7 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 245/35 ZR20; 305/30 ZR20 |
| Wheel rims size | 9J x 20; 11.5J x 20 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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