See each Porsche 911 Turbo Generation go head-to-head in a drag race

See each Porsche 911 Turbo Generation go head-to-head in a drag race

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WhenThe first Porsche 911 was launched in 1975, the automobile culture has changed. The 911 has become a fan favorite of everything from competitive racing to a daily sport driver, and people still love every generation launched. But which is the best?

This is something that Porsche decided to put to the test. He took an example from each generation and assembled a bunch of impressive race drivers to put each car to the test in a huge Porsche drag race. Mark Webber, Earl Bamber, Neel Jani, Dirk Werner, Matt Campbell, Thomas Preining and Olaf Manthey give this little battle everything they have.

For extra reference, here is a summary of the specifications for each generation:

  • First generation: 930 Turbo. 1975-1989. 3.0 liters of six turbocharged cylinders. 256 horsepower. 243 lb-ft torque. From 0-62 mph in 5.4 seconds. Maximum speed of 155 mph.
  • Second generation: 964 Turbo. 1990-1994. 3.3 liter six-cylinder turbo. 316 horsepower. 332 lb-ft torque. 0-62 in 5.0 seconds. Maximum speed of 171 mph.
  • Third generation: 993 Turbo. 1995-1998. 3.6 liter twin turbocharged engine. 402 horsepower. 398 lb-ft torque. 0-62 mph in 4.5 seconds. Maximum speed of 180 mph.
  • Fourth Generation: 996 Turbo. 1999-2005. First water-cooled 911. 3.6 liters biturbo and six. 414 horsepower. 415 lb-ft torque. 0-62 mph in 4.2 seconds. Maximum speed of 190 mph.
  • Fifth Generation: 997 Turbo. 2006-2012. 3.8-liter twin-turbo engine. 493 horspower. 480 lb-ft torque. 0-62 mph in 3.4 seconds. Maximum speed of 194 mph.
  • Sixth Generation: 991 Turbo. 2012-2019. 3.8-liter, six-cylinder twin turbo engine. 532 hp. 487 lb-ft torque. 0-62 mph in 3.0 seconds. Maximum speed of 196 mph.
  • Seventh Generation: 992 Turbo. 2020 onwards. 3.8-liter twin-turbo engine. 572 horsepower. 553 lb-ft torque. 0-62 mph in 2.8 seconds. Maximum speed of 199 mph.

Obviously, a drag race is not the end point of performance – we know that modern technology will make the latest versions much faster. It does not take into account the charm of each generation or the fond memories that most people attribute to dream cars. Sometimes it’s the older shit that’s the most fun.

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