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In this head-2-head of old-school modern, find out how the analog 911 GT1, compares to the latest hybridized supercar from Ferrari, the F80

A homologation special for FIA GT1 racing, the GT1 is like no other 911

The GT1 is motivated by a Mezger engine - the M96/80, propelling it to over 190 mph, with some claiming more

The only mid-engine 911 features a steel tubular frame with mostly carbon-fiber body

The Porsche 911 GT1 Street packs 544 horsepower and 443 pound-feet, along with a 6-speed manual

The Ferrari F80 is a tech fest on wheels that sparked a lot of controversy

The Ferrari F80 features 2 electric motors, each powering the front wheels

The Ferrari F80 packs a combined power output of 1,184 horsepower

The F80 features an F1-inspired interior and a driver seat in a different color

Production of the Ferrari F80 is 799 examples, each costing $4.0 million

But the Porsche 911 GT1 Street is even rarer - just 25 road-going examples. The last time a GT1 went on sale, it was for $7.045 million

Most examples of the GT1 Street were finished in Arctic Gray and featured the 996 headlights

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I found this bizarre 986 Porsche Boxster Safari on Reddit, that appears to have been transformed for off-road use

Regardless of what you and I may think, commenters seem to love this "Rothmans Boxster Safari", with some even calling it a 'Daxter' and 'Poor man's Dakar'

The builder, 61_m from China, clearly seems to have a unique taste in Porsches

Inspired by Group B rally cars, this Boxster boasts a custom air suspension

The car gains a widebody silhouette, extra lights, and a beefed up front-end

On the side-extra-wide fenders were also added to accommodate the high-profile off-road tires

A dedicated spare wheel frame completes the rugged look at the rear

Another unique touch is the inclusion of a 930 Turbo-style Whale-tail spoiler

We can't confirm if the powertrain was upgraded, but 200 to 250 ponies of the stock 986, won't be adequate for conquering trails with the added weight

Despite the added ground clearance and additional off-road hardware, it'll still be rear-wheel drive, not the best for all-weather usability

However, this 986 Safari defies the norm and may not sit well with everyone in the Porsche community

I for one, don't hate it! It's audacious and different, commendable even if strange. It's impractical but a conversation starter.

Given safari-style Porsches are all the rage, the German brand should consider spinning off 'Dakar' as a sub-brand and ride this trend.

The 986 Boxster is the most affordable way to get behind the wheel of a Porsche sports car

You get much of the 996 tech and its problems. Decent examples cna be had for around $7,000

Porsche 968 is the final evolution of the 924. It features the brand's largest inline-4 engine

There is also a cabriolet version with an electrically-actuated soft top, which many owners convert to a manual

Good, highly-original 968 examples can be found from $11,000

The 996 was a bit too much innovation for Porsche purists. Sadly, quality was also inconsistent

Still, this is, currently, the most affordable 911, and the first one to feature an all-new platform

There is also a quirky "Targa" variant with a panoramic roof and a hatchback rear glass

The M96 engine has its issues, but by now, the IMS and RMS should have been replaced, given the car's age

A range-topping 944 can be had for way under $30,000 in good condition

All 944 Turbo models get the new dashboard and almost all except the 1986 model year have ABS as standard

The 944 Turbo was also sold as a cabriolet

The 944 Turbo body is galvanized and the mechanicals are generally stout, but electrical issues are common

Porsche 928 was born out of necessity after the 930 Turbo did a number on Porsche's reputation by trying to kill its owners

The answer to the "Widowmaker" was one of the most advanced cars of its time, featuring a revolutionary rear axle, front-mounted V-8, and rear-mounted transmission

Most 928s were sold with an automatic, but you can find great 928 S models with the dog-leg manual, for under $30,000

US-spec 928s were down on power compared to EU variants, due to smog regulations, but a few minor tweaks can unlock the V-8's full potential

The 997.1 Carrera is what the 996 should have been. Sadly, the M96 engine is present on the base model, and it comes with a few risks

Porsche 997.1 is the last Porsche before the PDK era. If you want an automatic, you'll have to settle for the Mercedes-derived 5-speed automatic

If you don't mind the automatic, you can pick up a decent example for around $15,000

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