marcos_eirik
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Here is a little teaser of what the 997's successor is going to be like:
Key points are that it's going to be slightly longer and wider than the 997, yet somewhat lower. Engines will offer more power. There will also be more aluminium in it's construction, so it will most likely be lighter as well. However, I have highlighted the most important bit; Great to see that Porsche understands the joys of an H-pattern manual and a clutch pedal, unlike the rest of the herd of sheep who seem to be going flappy paddle only...
Key points are that it's going to be slightly longer and wider than the 997, yet somewhat lower. Engines will offer more power. There will also be more aluminium in it's construction, so it will most likely be lighter as well. However, I have highlighted the most important bit; Great to see that Porsche understands the joys of an H-pattern manual and a clutch pedal, unlike the rest of the herd of sheep who seem to be going flappy paddle only...
Sauce WorldCarFans...High-value production captures the next-generation 911 as it undergoes testing in South Africa
Here's a teaser video from Porsche for the upcoming 2012 911 codenamed 991.
We get to see the new 911 in this high-value production as the model undergoes some testing amidst the enchanted landscapes of South Africa.
Just last month we reported some new details on the model which came from a leaked Car & Driver report as the magazine was covering the 911 development team in South Africa.
We'll re-list them for you here:
Carrera S to have 400 HP
Carrera to have 350 HP, share 3.4 liter engine with Boxster S
2 transmissions: 7-speed manualand 7-speed PDK
Launch Control available on both transmissions
2.5 inches (6.4 cm) wider, 4 inches (10.2 cm) longer wheel base to accommodate HYBRID drivetrain in 2016 mid-cycle refresh
12-15% improved fuel efficiency (European cycle)
electronic parking brake
full-length sunroof
19-inch wheels standard on Carrera, 20-inch on Carrera S (20-inchers optional on Carrera)
N?rburgring lap time: 8:04 for 991, 7:50 for 991 S. "Best setup" in 7:37.