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When it comes to attainable German convertibles, you currently only have two choices

The 718 Boxster starts at $74,900, making it the most affordable Porsche sports car

However, there is another German Roadster that might offer a bigger bang for the buck

The BMW Z4 M40 Roadster costs similar money to the entry-level 718 Boxster

The base-model 718 Boxster offers a 2.0-liter flat-four engine producing 296 hp and 280 lb-ft

The BMW Z4 M40i packs one of the most tuner-friendly inline-six engines - the B58

It packs 382 hp and 369 lb-ft, but apparently, these numbers are underreported

The six-cylinder Z4 M40i also starts at $66,450

Porsche's 718 retaliates by being over 500 pounds lighter and more agile than the Z4

However, the base Porsche Boxster cannot be had with a manual

The 718's PDK transmission is one of the best DCT automatics in the business, and contributes to a 4.5-second 0-60 mph time

The ZF 8-speed in the Z4 is one of the best traditional automatics, but you can also opt for a 6-speed manual

Swipe up to read more about how these German convertibles compare.

Both Lamborghini and Porsche now offer electrified SUVs

For 2024, the Lamborghini Urus has embraced electrification and has become a mighty PHEV

It revolves around the same engine features in the Cayenne Turbo E Hybrid's Plug-in hybrid setup

The Urus S E Hybrid is expected to cost almost twice as much as the Cayenne Turbo E Hybrid's $158k MSRP

The difference in performance doesn't seem to be anywhere near twice the Cayenne's sticker price

The Cayenne is down on power, but has a similar range to the Urus' 37

Urus S E Hybrid has a slightly better towing capacity - 7,000 pounds vs 6,600 for the Cayenne Turbo E Hybrid

The range-topping, hybrid Cayenne can be had in two body styles - a traditional SUV or an SUV coupe

Both hybrid SUVs pack a 12.3-inch infotainment screen wth wireless smartphone connectivity as standard

The Urus'cockpit feels more special and comes standard with a 21-inch Premium sound system, which is optional on the Cayenne

Negligible difference - Cayenne Turbo E Hybrid takes 3.5 seconds to 60 mph - 0.3 slower than the Urus SE Hybrid

The hybrid Urus also tops the PHEV Cayenne in terms of top speed 194 mph vs 183

Both SUVs pack 701 pound-feet of torque, but the Cayenne makes it from just 900 RPM

The hybrid Urus SE packs 789 hp, which is 60 more than the Cayenne Turbo E Hybrid

Swipe up to learn more about how these 2 hybrid performance SUVs compare

The optional rear-axle steering comes reduces the Cayenne's turning circle by around three feet

Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control is a tricky system that makes the big SUV feel light on its feet

Every SUV should have roof rails for that increased versatility. The roof can hold up to 220 lbs of load

The off-road package gives more underbody protection and works best with the adaptive air suspension, allowing for up to 9.6 inches of ground clearance

The optional two-hitch package is an inexpensive option that showcases the Cayenne's versatility

Porsche's HD Matrix LED headlights are measurably better in every way compared to the standard units

The thermally and noise-insulated glass is among the more affordable options worth getting

The 4-zone climate control is a feature that should be standard on a luxury SUV like the Porsche Cayenne

Porsche's air-quality system is a no-brainer and the best value-for-money options

Porsche InnoDrive greatly enhances the capabilities of the Adaptive Cruise Control. Swipe up to find out pricing of these options.

Lamborghini and Porsche have their own unique take on the performance hybrid formula

With the Temerario, Lamborghini enters a new era of hybridization

This is thanks to a newly developed 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 and three e-motors

This V8 has a flat-plane crankshaft and is developed in-house by Lamborghini

Among the three e-motors, two of them are placed on the front axle and a third is mounted at the rear

A 3.8 kWh battery pack powers the motors, and can allow EV-only driving for about 6 miles

The Temerario, being a PHEV, can be plug-in externally to charge the battery pack

Porsche's new hybrid system, called the T-Hybrid, is considered mild hybrid.

At the center of this hybrid system is a single turbo flat-six. The 2025 911 Carrera GTS comes with a 3.6-liter flat-six

There's another e-motor in the 8-speed PDK, adding 54 hp to the mix. Total, the power output churned out by the system is 532 hp

Unlike the Temerario, the 911 Carrera GTS can't run on all-electric propulsion. The e-motor is powered by a dinky 1.9kWh battery pack

So, which hybrid solution is better? Swipe up to find out!

Can the 68-horsepower difference justify a $33,000+ difference?

Well, that's what we're about to find out as we stack the 992.1 Turbo Vs. its more powerful Turbo S variant

The Turbo S is marginally quicker in real life, sprinting to 60 mph in as little as 2.1 seconds (with the Lightweight package)

The regular 992 Turbo's 572 horsepower is good for a 2.5-second 0-60 mph time

Under the skin, the 992 Turbo and Turbo S feature very minor differences

The 3.75-liter flat-six is virtually identical in the Turbo and Turbo S models

However, different software and slightly bigger turbine wheels make the difference in horsepower

The 992 Turbo features 59mm turbochargers

While the Turbo S turbochargers feature 61 mm turbine wheels

The upcoming 992.2 Turbo will feature a more powerful version of the T-Hybrid system

The 992.2 Turbo S has a predicted power rating of around 710 horsepower

Swipe up to learn more about the Turbo and Turbo S differences and which one is right for you

As the automotive industry transitions towards electrification, Porsche, like many other automakers, is expanding its electric model lineup

Despite the eventual transition to fully electric vehicles, the 911, Porsche's flagship sports car, is likely to be the last model in the lineup to adopt electric power

But the T-Hybrid system introduced in the 992.2 Carrera 4 GTS, serves as a strategic move to extend the life of internal combustion engines in Porsche's iconic 911 model

The Porsche 911 has long been synonymous with powerful engines and a rear-engine layout

Recent hints from Porsche's Chief Designer, Michael Mauer, have sparked speculation about a smaller, more agile 911

While the idea of a smaller 911 might seem counterintuitive at first, there are compelling arguments in favor of such a model

A compact version of the car that could potentially accommodate both a smaller displacement combustion engine or an all-electric drivetrain

Porsche could repurpose the smaller 2.0-liter engine from the Boxster and Cayman, which will be replaced by an all-electric model

Alternatively, the smaller platform could serve as the basis for an all-electric drivetrain, utilizing advanced technologies like solid-state batteries and lightweight motors

A smaller, lighter engine paired with a lighter chassis could result in a more agile and responsive driving experience, something that's missing in most modern 911s

While the prospect of a smaller 911 raises concerns about preserving the iconic flat-six engine that has long defined the 911, the brand could draw inspiration from the 912,

A compact 911 could appeal to a broader demographic, including those seeking a more affordable entry point into the Porsche brand

While Michael Mauer has expressed his desire for an electric 911, it is clear that such a model is still some time away.

But hopefully, Porsche is able to execute his vision of a true, compact modern-day 911 sportscar.

The Lamborghini Temerario is the first V-8-powered Lamborghini sportscar since the Jalpa

With 907 hp from a hybrid setup, the Temererio is the most powerful mid-engine supercar in its class

The Revuelto's 3 e-motors can also be found here, assisting a flat-plane V-8 that revs to 10,000 RPM

Instead of throwing massive power, Porsche engineers plan to utilize the T-Hybrid powertrain to its full potential

The upcoming 992.2 Turbo S will utilize a more powerful version of the 992.2 Carrera 4 GTS powertrain

With the 992.2 GTS outperforming the current 992.1 Turbo S around the Nordschleife, the 992.2 Turbo S hybrid will likely pack around a combined 710 hp

With the T-Hybrid setup, a 992.2 Turbo S would weigh around the same as the Lamborghini Temererio's 3,725 lbs

The Temererio's hybrid power allows for a 2.6-second 0-60 mph time

Even the current Turbo S can, reportedly hit 60 mph in as little as 2.2 seconds

Also, unlike Lamborghini, Porsche is conservative in reporting its performance numbers

Swipe up to learn more about how and if Temererio's hybrid V-8 will play a role in Porsche's 992.2 Turbo S.

UK-based Tuthill has reimagined the homologation-special 911 GT1

At 2,462 pounds, the Tuthill Porsche 911 GT1 is 296 pounds lighter than the original

The 4.0-liter flat-6 can either be naturally-aspirated or twin-turbocharged for 500 to 600 hp

BB Auto returns with a modern interpretation of its iconic 911 "Rainbow" Targa Turbo

This time, the Targa packs a hybrid powertrain with 550 hp and a manual transmission

RUF Rodeo pays hommage to the 1969 Porsche 911 R rally car

Not much is left from the Porsche 964 donor car as RUF utilized a bespoke, carbon-fiber monocoque and an in-house-built flat-6 engine

RUF Rodeo sends 610 hp to all four wheels and costs $1.25 million

BB Auto made a Targa conversion for the Porsche 926, back in 1979

The 928 Targa features a signature for BB Auto interior with rainbow accents

The most controversial stsyling decision is removing the 928's signature hatchback

We only know of one 928 Targa conversion, based on a Euro-spec 928 S, equipped with the rare manual transmission

This is Edith - the Porsche 911 that climbed the highest mountain in the world

Having driven up to of 22,000+ feet in Chile, it holds a world record for the highest altitude ever reached by a car

Edith is based on a 2020 Porsche 992 Carrera 4S and packs the stock 443-hp flat-6 engine

The Porsche Rock Climber features 13.7 inches of ground clearance and runs on e-fuel

Officially, Porsche built only one 993 Speedster and it was made specially for "Butzi" Porsche

A few other cars were converted. The latest was commissioned by Luca Trazzi, and features subtlely-implemented modern features

Swipe up for more information on Porsche's highlights from Monterey Car Week 2024

Tuthill recently unveiled a 911 GT1-inspired limited-run model dubbed the GT One

It is a modern interpretation of Porsche's 911 GT1 Strassenversion from the late 90s

It looks deceivingly good with sharp silhouette. It features a fully carbon fiber body and those retro-inspired wheels

The original 911 GT1 Strassenversion features fried-egg style headlights from the 996 911

It's the first mid-engined 911 ever made. The rear part of its chassis is derived from the 962 race car

Unlike the 911 GT1 Strassenversion, the Tuthill GT One sports rounded headlights, like the early GT1 Strassenversions with those 993 911 headlights

The Tuthill GT One features carbon ceramic brakes with FIA grade rollover protection system

The original 911 GT1 Strassenversion features 8-piston front brakes, anti-roll bars, and robust chassis bracing

The Tuthill GT One is powered by a 4.0-liter flat-six. In the nat-asp flavor, the engine can produce north of 500 hp and the numbers go beyond 600 hp with the "forced induction" engine option

The lump powering the 911 GT1 Strassenversion is a 3.2-liter twin-turbo flat-six, rated at 536 hp

Inside is where you can find some drastic differences between the GT One and the GT1 Strassenversion, because the former is more advanced and posh looking

Side-by-side, the 911 GT1 Strassenversion's cabin feels very late 90s, and that is acknowledged by the sleek steering wheel and the iconic 5 gauge analog instrumentation

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This Is The Gunther Werks Remastered 911 Speedster

The Exterior Body Panels Are Composed Of Exposed Carbon Fiber

The Speedster's Body Takes Over 900 Man Hours To Craft

The Car Packs A 4.0-Liter Flat-6 Producing 435 HP And 334 Lb-Ft Of Torque

The Sole Transmission Option Is A 6-Speed Manual

The Speedster Weighs Just 2,590 Lbs

The Interior Features Carbon Fiber Seats With Rosso (Red) Leather

This Is A 1 Of Only 3 Speedster Model With The Exposed Carbon Fiber Exoskeleton

The Tires Are Center-Lock Alloy Wheels

The Speedster Is Currently Listed By Prestige Imports Miami For $1,795,950

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The recently introduced Lamborghini Temerario features many company firsts

The Huracan successor features a turbocharged V8 engine in place of the V10

The hybrid baby Lambo's flat-plane V8 revs to 10,000 RPM

The Temerario's V-8 revs to 10,000 RPM. It, alone, makes 789 hp

With 3 electric motors on board, Lamborghini Temerario makes over 900 hp

With a 0-60 mph time in 2.6 seconds, the Temerario is hyper-car quick

Its 213 mph top speed is also nothing to scoff at

Beyond the powerplant, the exterior of the Temarario is all-new and a departure from the outgoing Huracan

Lamborghini's new hexagonal design is apparent in the Temerario's interior

Meanwhile, the upcoming Porsche 911 Turbo range is also about to adopt hybrid tech

The 992.2 Turbo S's gas-powered unit could be less powerful than the outgoing model, but with hybrid assist it should still be quicker

A larger-displacement variant of the 9A3 engine seen in the recent hybrid 992.2 GTS, is not out of the question for the new Turbo S

In true tradition, the 992.2 Turbo S is expected to rocket to 60 mph in the low-2 seconds

Compared to the Lambo, the upcoming 911 Turbo S may seem outgunned, but Porsche always punches above its weight

Similar to other 992.2 models we already know, the Turbo S will not be dramatically different inside

Swipe up to read more to see how these hybrid performances stack up.

Porsche offers an aero kit for the 992 Carrera that is reasonably-priced

It includes revisions to the front and rear aprons, and most importantly, a taller rear wing

DMC offers a simple solutiion - a fixed rear wing, similar to what the Porsche aero package offers

The DMC rear wing is a simple plug-and-play for most 992 Carrera models, except the GTS

Techart Aero Kit II is the most comprehensive 992 Carrera aero kit

It features an 8-piece set, made entirely of forged carbon-fiber

Smaller elements of the Techart kit, like the air-intake frames, are carbon-coated

Dundon Motorsport's Valkyrie aero kit has been developed ,specifically for on-track domination

A new swan-neck rear wing contributes to 1,500 lbs of downforce at 160 mph - almost 1,000 more than the stock car

The Valkyrie body kit also features more aggressive, carbon-fiber dive planes, along with a revised front apron

Swipe up for more on the Porsche 992 aero kits and how much they cost.