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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

Swipe up to learn more about these supercars and how they compare

Porsche has done several concept cars over the decades, but here's what makes these 5, some of the most obscure ones ever

5. Porsche 965: Back in 1984, Porsche was developing a very different Porsche 911 Turbo

This 911 Turbo almost became V-8-powered. Some engines were considered, including a Mezger V-8 racing unit

The 965 resembled a 959, but was meant to be slotted under it. Financial difficulties killed the project

4. 1988 Porsche 989: It was the grandfather of the Panamera but wasn't the first time Porsche built a four-door sedan

The 989's fate was tied to the 928, which was axed due to slow sales

3. 1988 Porsche 969: This was a sports car designed to be the evolution of the 959 supercar

The Porsche 969 was meant to have more power than the 959 S' 508 horsepower. It would have carried most of the 959's tech over. A PDK was to be introduced too

2. Porsche Pajun: Back in 2015, Porsche was working on this scaled-down Panamera. It was postponed and eventually, we got the all-electric Taycan

1. Porsche C88: In the 1990s, Porsche were commissioned by the Chinese government to make an affordable vehicle for the masses. They ended up copying the design

It was powered by a 1.1-liter flat-4 and featured a 5-speed manual

Swipe up to read more about these obscure Porsche concepts that time forgot

While most Porsches are deserving of their reputation, the exclusivity of some has priced them out of reach, and here's why the following 10 models aren't deserving of the hype

10. The 992 Sport Classic is a de-tuned, RWD Turbo with a manual and limited production numbers

Inspired by the 911 Carrera 2.7 RS, the Sport Classic is $90,000 more expensive than the 992 Turbo while being less capable

9. The Porsche 944 Turbo is the peak evolution of what was meant to be a VW sports car

Unlike the 924, the 944 featured Porsche-built engines with up to 250 horsepower

Pristine 944 Turbo examples are in the six-digit figures, which makes it hard to justify

8. One of the most iconic 911s is not exactly a great driver's car

Rudimentary turbo technology made the 930 Turbo difficult to drive, even earning it the nickname "Widowmaker"

7. The 911 S/T is the most driver-focused 992, but it is a bit too pricey for what it offers

The 992 S/T is for the GT3 RS while the GT3 Touring is for the regular GT3

84 pounds lighter than the GT3 Touring and with bespoke suspension and steering setup

At $290,000, the S/T is $77,500 more expensive than the GT3 Touring. Is it worth it?

6. The 991 Speedster is a classic throwback to California-special, open-top sports cars

The 991 Speedster could be the last of its kind and prices reflect that

Under the hood is a GT3 RS engine with over 500 horsepower and a 9,000 RPM redline

5. Porsche Taycan quickly became one of the fastest-selling performance EVs

However, the hype was partially overshadowed by range and reliability issues... which Porsche sorted out free of charge

4. The latest range-topping Cayenne is a bit of a porker at 5,666 pounds

Less athletic than its predecessor, the Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid's redeeming quality is the 45-mile electric range

3. The 997 is considered by many to be the best Porsche 911, but not all is great

The 997.1 Carrera featured the 996's unreliable engine and an old-school automatic more appropriate for a luxury sedan

2. The 2016 Porsche 911 R is a modern homage to a racing legend and one of the most driver-centric Porsches

The combination of speed, modern refinement, and classic feel have priced the 991 R out of existence for most

1. The 2025 Porsche 911 GT3 could be the last of its kind, due to strict emission regulations

For the first time, the GT3 has not gained horsepower and peak torque is less

The 2025 Porsche 911 GT3 is also $40,000 more expensive than the 2024 model, without offering a lot more in terms of performance

Swipe up to learn more about these Porsche models and why they are overrated

The base 992.2 Carrera has a starting MSRP of $120,000, before options

But for similar money, here are five legendary 911 models from older generations

5. Porsche 991.1 Carrera GTS: Average value: $117,772

The last normally-aspirated Carrera GTS is one of the most sought-after modern 911s, with 430 horsepower and the option of a manual

Special editions like this 60 Years Anniversary are over $200,000

4. Porsche 997.1 Turbo: Average value: $102,640

This is the last time you could buy a 911 with a Mezger engine and a manual

The 997.2 update removes the manual from the Turbo S and introduces the first direct-injected flat-six

3. Porsche 997 GT3: Average value - $130,000, but can get close to $300,000

The 997 GT3 was also the last Porsche to feature hydraulic steering and a Mezger engine

This 997 GT3 RS 4.0 is the most radical and very last version of the car. Only 600 made

2. Porsche 993 Turbo: Average value: $210,114. Plenty of examples for around $100,000

The last air-cooled 911 Turbo is also the first to feature al-wheel drive and over 400 horsepower

1. Porsche 930 Turbo: Average value: $170,000, but can still be found for around $100,000

The turbocharged engine is the most exciting part of the Porsche 930 Turbo, but also the most dangerous

The car had violent tendencies, earning it the nickname "Widowmaker"

The 1975 Porsche 930 Turbo is the original Widowmaker

The 930's turbocharged flat-six developed up to 326 hp and 317 lb-ft, but it suffered from turbo lag

The turbo-engine overpowered the chassis, surprising many uninitiated drivers

But beyond the 930 Turbo, here's why the following 6 Porsche models can also be labeled as widowmakers

1. In 1965, Porsche entered the 904/8 Bergspyder in Targa Florio and secured second place

However, the ultra-light, flat-eight race car featured a very firm suspension, making it jump. They called it the Kangaroo

2. Early 911s were considered balanced cars, but they still had a dark side

Lack of chassis rigidity on the road cars and a rear-mounted engine was a recipe for the so-called pendulum effect

3. The 993 GT2 is the first and only air-cooled 911 GT2

Like all future models, the 993 GT2 was based on the Turbo, but was far less cooperative to the driver

4. The 996 GT2 was a homologation special like its predecessor

The first water-cooled 911 GT2 produced up to 483 hp and featured no traction control

5. The Porsche 997.2 GT2 RS is a modern-day widowmaker

The Turbo-based 997 GT2 RS features 612 hp, rear-wheel drive, and a six-speed manual

6. The Porsche Carrera GT is considered one of the very last analog supercars

Its motorsport-derived V-10 produced 603 hp and boasts one of the greatest engine notes

It features a six-speed manual with an intricate clutch system that was sensitive to bad drivers

Tire technology at the time couldn't keep up with the Porsche Carrera GT performance

To make matters more interesting, the Carrera GT featured not traction control system

20 years later, Porsche worked with Michelin to create new tires for the Carrera GT

The new rubber made the Carrera GT 16 seconds quicker around the Nurburgring

Swipe up to learn more about why these Porsche sports cars are dangerous and earned the reputation for being widowmakers.

After its European debut, founder Jan Kalmar, of Kalmar Automotive, drove his most powerful creation the 9x9 for 3 days, in over 3 countries

Dring from Italy, through France, and onto the U.K., the 3,000km (approx, 1,860-mile) road trip is a small part of the real-life testing that goes into the 9x9 development

During the trip, the 9x9 inspired by the Porsche 959 saw everything from highways to mountain passes, to the Nurburgring where it set a lap time

An excruciating amount of attention to detail has gone into making the 9x9 usable in all conditions

Like the 959, the Kalmar 9x9 interior is similar to the 993, but in this case, we have a few 992 touches

Despite being a hypercar "resto-mod", Kalmar 9x9 has cruise control, bright LED lights, and adaptive suspension, among other sophisticated tech

What is essentially a retro hypercar, the Kalmar 9x9 is meant for long-distance cruising

The engine is a 3.7-liter, twin-turbo, flat-6. Here, it's mated to an 8-speed PDK automaic

With 930 horsepower and 767 pound-feet, the 9x9 is able to cross several countries at tremendous pace

At around 3,080 pounds, Kalmar 9x9 is almost as light as the lightest Porsche 992, the 911 S/T

The 9x9 will be available in 3 different variants, Standard, Sport, and Lichtbau, with each model prioritizing different aspects and application

Real-life testing of the 9x9 continues, in order to make sure everything works properly

Next stop - Ales, France, where the 9x9 will receive high-performance testing and lay down some numbers

Prices will start at $2.15 million

Deliveries of the Kalmar 9x9 will commence in July 2025

Swipe up to learn more about the Kalmar 9x9 and what goes behind Kalmar's "We test in public" approach.

If you're a Porschephile, you've most likely heard of the Japanese Tuner RWB, or Rauh Welt Begriff

The brainchild of Akira Nakai, RWB has created close to 500 wide-body restomods since the 1990s, predominantly based on air-cooled 911s. Here are our top 10 picks

10. Like the animated Byamax, this RWB is a gentle giant

Despite the stock engine and transmission, this GT2-inspired 993 by RWB can take corners at blistering speeds

9. Aptly dubbed the RWB Targa, this 964 is the first Targa built for a U.S. customer, and the second RWB Targa ever made

Under the full RWB wide body hides a stock 3.6-liter flat-6 and a 5-speed manual. The KW3 coil-over suspension improves handling

8. Yoshiwara is one of the most unique RWB builds as it features a one-piece glass "Targa" top that extends to the rear deck lid

The clear-glass roof showcases the roll-cage and race-inspired interior

Some minor performance modifications include a new ECU, exhaust, and independent throttle bodies

7. Shinkiro is one of very few RWB Porsches built for Russian customers

This custom 930 was built by Nakai San in St.Petersburg and features a Mint Green paint

6. The RWB Rotana was to be the rawest race car and was meant to be an evolution of the RWB Stella Artoa – Akira Nakai’s first build and personal 964

The purple Rotana is a 993 Turbo and has received performance mods, including a GReddy turbocharger and a new exhaust, resulting in 575 horsepower

5. Rough Rhythms is not easy on the eyes. This RWB 993 boasts the widest rear end, at 2,080 mm

The 3.6-liter engine has been modified to 310 horsepower. The car is owned by a friend of Nakai San, who helped popularize RWB outside of Japan

4. Ichiban Boshi, an RWB 930 inspired by Porsche's legendary racing heritage and featuring the iconic Martini livery. Hence, the cool nickname

But that's not all. The engine has been heavily modified to produce 600 horsepower

3. RWB Adriana is the personal car of Nakai San, which was meant to go racing. It did and there is an interesting story behind it

The car made 300 horsepower from its 3.6-liter engine, but there were a few unfortunate events revolving around it

2. Jezebel is another car Nakai San built for himself, and it features a stunning Guards Red paint finish

This 930 was meant to be more of a daily-ish driver and features a fully restored interior with Alcantara seats

1. This RWB build, simply called 'Martini', is based on a 993 but features classic touches from the 1970s

Aside from the Fuchs-style wheels, the most prominent feature is the massive rear wing

Which one was your favorite RWB builds?

Swipe up to learn the interesting stories behind each of these RWB builds.

The Porsche Slant nose also known as "Flachbau” first appeared on the 930-based Porsche 935 race car in the late 1970s

The more aerodynamic front end improved downforce while making the car more slippery

The brainchild behind the Slant Nose was engineer, Norbert Singer, to which the famous Restomodder Singer Vehicle Design pays homage

The regular 930 Turbo had terrible aerodynamics - around 0.50 Cd or coefficient of drag

The Slant Nose front-end improved the drag coefficient to 0.39 Cd

The first road-going slant-nose Porsche was the one-off 935 Street

The "Flachbau" first became an option for the Porsche 930, in 1982

The 930 Slantnose is the only Porsche 911 to feature factory pop-up headlights

Slant-nose 930s did not feature engine upgrades and retained the stock 326 horsepower and 318 pound-feet of torque

The Porsche slant nose, was available, not just for the coupe, but also for the cabriolet and Targa body styles

But despite the inherent advantages of the Slant Nose front-end, over 95 percent of all Porsche 930 Turbos built, were ordered with the regular front-end

Additionally, German tuner RUF reportedly carried out some conversions, but they are believed to have been factory slant-nose 930, dubbed the RUF BTR III

This also included the likes of the 1984 RUF 935 RSR

Another super-rare Slant nose model is the 3.6 Turbo S Flachbau, based on the 964 chassis. Only 76 were built, with only 39 imported Stateside

The Gemballa Avalanche Turbo, seen here was an even more extreme expression of the Slantonose 930

In more recent times, 2019 to be more specific, Porsche revived the Slant Nose name once, this time with the 991.2-based Porsche 935

Production was limited to just 77 examples and its not road-legal

If you want to find out more about the history and current valuations of the Porsche slant nose, swipe up.

Swiss Restomodder, Erbacher goes about reimagining the air-cooled 911 like Singer Vehicle Design

Based on the 964 generation, Erbacher accomplishes this transformation with its own unique twist

The optional ducktail spoiler hides a 4.3-liter, air-cooled flat-6, by EGMO

The engine is based on the original 964 Carrera 3.6-liter unit, but almost nothing of the stock factory mill remains

The numbers? 430 horsepower, 339 pound-feet of torque

But, the numbers only tell half the story. This engine packs some pretty interesting upgrades like sequential fuel injection and Emtron custom ECU to name a few

With a carbon-fiber construction, the Erbacher 911 Carrera weighs just 2,160 pounds.

For context, the lightest 992 S/T weights 3,056 pounds

Even the smallest detail has been touched upon. For example, the windshield wiper operation is a modified version of the 993 system

Like the exterior, the cabin is classically correct and highly-executed with Italian hand-crafted leather, carbon fiber, and optionally, Alcantara

The six-speed manual features a tall shifter, bringing it closer to the steering wheel, for quicker reach

Costing $530,000, there are plenty of bespoke options available to help justify the steep price

Swipe up to learn more about what Erbacher does with the Porsche 964

We look at how market trends and cost-cutting have led to the slow and steady demise of some of the most iconic features, associated with Porsche

Air-cooled engines were discontinued by 1998, due to legislation and the need for more performance

The Porsche 993 is the last air-cooled 911, which is why purists view it as the last truly classic 911

Manual transmissions are slowly being phased out. Currently, only the 992.2 Carrera T can be had with a stick

Hydraulic steering is no longer present in Porsche's sports cars. 997 was the last to feature the system

While hydraulic systems offer superior feedback, they also add weight

Hans Mezger made some of the most legendary racing engines for Porsche

A lot of these engines were in road-going models and feature unique characteristics, making them superior

Analog gauges are a more recent departure from Porsche's cars

While not as classically-correct, digital gauges offer many personalization options

The Porsche 992.1 was the last 911 to feature analog gauges, albeit partially. Perhaps the GT3 can bring them back?

Since the 991.2, the "Turbo" moniker no longer stands for the only 911 to feature forced induction

Nowadays, normally-aspirated engines can only be found on Porsche's GT3 and GT4 models... for now

Swipe up to learn more about what Porsche took away from its cars, and what else we might lose

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

Swipe up to learn more about these affordable Porsches, bund to appreciate

Global Taycan sales have dropped by almost 50 percent, in 2024

The Porsche Taycan was the brand's first EV and until recently, the fastest-selling performance EV

Chinese EV incentives have played havoc on European EV sales

At the same time, the Panamera lineup will follow in the footsteps of the Cayenne

This means that, alongside the ICE/ hybrid-powered variants, an EV will be introduced

The Panamera is positioned above the Taycan as a larger, more luxurious proposition

At the same time, Porsche continues pouring new tech in the Panamera, meaning it's here to stay

The Taycan could have the same fate as the Porsche 928 30 years before

The 930 Turbo may be why the Porsche 928 came around in the first place

The V-8 Porsche coupe experienced declining sales in the mid-1980s, eventually resulting in the 928's discontinuation

With a new, enriched lineup, the spotlight could, once again, shine on the Panamera

What do you think? Will the Taycan suffer a similar fate to the 928?

Swipe up to learn what future changes Porsche's lineup would see

Porsche has built some truly astonishing and historically significant models in its 75+ years of existence

Porsche Type 64 was founder, Ferdinand Porsche's vision of the perfect sports car

Despite the VW Beetle engine, it was one of the fastest cars of its day in 1939, thanks to a very low drag coefficient

The 356 was Porsche’s sports car, long before the 911

The 1,113-cc, air-cooled flat-four was a carry-over from the Type 64 and is the precursor to all other 356s and it is a true one-off car

The 1953 Porsche 550 Spyder was the brand's first race car

550 corresponds to the weight figure in kilograms - 1,212 pounds

Originally conceived as a Le Mans-winning car in 1969, the Porsche 917 laid the foundation for future turbocharged Porsches

Between 1969 and 1971, a total of 37 cars were built, in different body styles and varying power outputs

Later variants of the Porsche 917K developed up to 1,580 horsepower

The 2.7 Carrera RS established many traditions in the 911 lineup

Making its debut in 1972, this was the precursor to Porsche 911 GT models

It was the first Porsche to feature a ducktail spoiler, among other features

Thanks to a Mezger-build flat-6 the Carrera 2.7 RS was the fastest car of its day

The original 911 Turbo earned a grim reputation and an awesome nickname - the Widowmaker

The way the turbo built boost made the car violent and fairly unpredictable, causing many accidents, some of which fatal

Despite that, the Porsche 930 Turbo is one of the most desired, classic 911s

In 1986, the Porsche 959 was officially the fastest production car in the world

The 959 is Porsche's first supercar and one of the most advanced vehicles of its time

Its flat-6 was partially water-cooled and featured twin turbochargers, good for 444 or 508 horsepower in the 959 S

The Porsche Carrera GT is considered the last analog supercar, featuring next to zero driver assists and a manual transmission

Its V-10 engine was originally meant to be used in racing but was later adapted for road use. To this day, it has one of the most iconic sounds

Similar to the 930 Turbo "Widowmaker", the Carrera GT developed reputation for being very demanding on the driver

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The 997 and 992 Sport Classic are both limited run models that have some similarities and differences

The 997 and 992 Sport Classic were both inspired by the 911 Carrera 2.7 RS

The 997 Sport Classic was introduced at the 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show

Based on the Carrera S platform, the 997 Sport Classic had a slightly more powerful engine, producing around 23 horsepower more

The 2023 Porsche 992 Sport Classic was based on the 992.1 Turbo, but featured a few important distinctions

Its 3.8-liter twin-turbo flat-6 was de-tuned from 572 hp to 542 hp and 442 lb-ft

This was still a lot more than the 997 Sport Classic's 402 hp and 310 lb-ft

The 992 Sport Classic was converted to rear-wheel drive and features a 7-speed manual transmission

The 997 Sport Classic's 6-speed manual with a 3.44 mechanical, limited-slip differential

Visually, the iconic ducktail spoiler and Fuchs wheels are present on both 911 Sport Classic models, but the ones on the 992 are center-lock

The classic theme continues inside the cabin of both 911s

Both generations of the Porsche 911 Sport Classic have tripled in value since their debut, making them great investments

Swipe up to see how these two limited-edition Porsches compare

Some of the modern Porsche models are a bit too muffled, which is why modifying the exhaust is a common thing to do

This is especially true for the 991 and 992 Turbo models and some other models featuring particulate filters

Better exhaust flow, more power, and an epic soundtrack is why exhaust upgrades are so popular

ECU tunes are a great way to up the power of your Porsche, especially if it is already turbocharged

In some cases, the gains in output are 20 percent or more. Software mods best work with exhaust and intake modifications

Headlight mods are particularly popular among 996 owners due to the controversial form

Tinting the taillights of a 996, especially if it has the center strip, achieves 993-like aesthetics

Forced induction is surprisingly popular among owners of 911 Carrera models that are normally-aspirated from factory

Companies like VF engineering and RUF develop special kits for normally-aspirated cars that greatly increase performance

Comprehensive conversions typically accompany the forced induction with chassis and aesthetic upgrades like on the RUF Kompressor

Porsche's rich heritage has given us classic design cues that have become a staple in the Porsche communuty

The Fuchs-style wheels and ducktail spoilers are particularly common mods on modern Porsche 911s

Racing liveries like this Gulf theme have become so popular that Porsche is offering it and its colors through a special program

Porsche will even sell you a car cover with a classic Martini livery

This special-edition Porsche 991 Martini Racing was limited to 80 units

Swipe up to learn more about pricing for these popular Porsche mods

While most automakers are phasing out manuals, Porsche continues to offer five models with a stick

The base-model 718 and 718 S models are still available with a 6-speed manual transmission

Even in base form, the entry-level Porsche sports car can hit 60 mph in 4.7 seconds, with the manual

The 718 GTS 4.0 features some of the GT4 characteristics, but in a tamer form

Unlike the PDK-only GT4, the GTS 4.0 can be had with a 6-speed manual

With 400 horsepower on tap, 0-60 mph in t he GTS 4.0 takes 4.3 seconds with the manual

The 2025 Porsche 911 Carrera T comes exclusively with a 6-speed manual

The 992.1 Carrera T was available with PDK or a 7-speed manual, which is no longer on offer

Like the 992.2 Carrera, the T-model features turbochargers from the 992.1 GTS, giving it more power

The 992.2 Porsche 911 GT3 is here and despite not having more power, it still features a manual 6-speed

Like before, you can choose between the winged variant or the more subtle GT3 Touring

Unlike these two, the even-more-radical GT3 RS is now a PDK-only car

The most lightweight Porsche 992.1 weighs just 3,042 pounds and comes with a short-ratio 6-speed manual

Based on the GT3, the S/T does away with the big wing, but still features a radical body kit with optimized aerodynamics

The 911 S/T also packs more power than the GT3 models

Swipe up to learn more about the only manual Porsches you can currently buy

Performing na LS swap on a Porsche 944 greatly enhances performance without adding much weight

GM's LS engines are known to be affordable, durable and have plenty of aftermarket support

The 944 is a German Miata thanks to its balanced chassis and being lightweight

While the 944 Turbo is a desirable classic with a powerful engine...

non-Turbo 944 variants made as little as 150 horsepower

Even the lesser LS engines make over 300 horsepower with plenty of torque

Getting the LS engine to fit inside the 944 engine bay requires a few things

K-member spacers drop the engine lower so you don't have to cut the stock hood

The LS pushrod V-8 is fairly compact, but features a 90-degree V-angle, making for a tight squeeze

LS V-8 engines come in all shapes and sizes, they are fairly cheap, and aftermarket support is endless

LS-style flywheel, beefy clutch, and a C5 Corvette bell housing are some of the things you need

Some parts, like the water pump, may require additional modification. Luckily, the aftermarket has got your back there too

An LS V-8 swap can easily triple your Porsche 944's horsepower, even without forced induction

Swipe up to read all there is to know about performing an LS V-8 engine swap on a Porsche 944.

The four-cyinder Porsche 944 is an evolution of the 924

The two cars coexisted together between 1982 and 1988

The 944 Turbo came out in 1985 and quickly gained a reputation as one of the best-handing cars in the world

It was one of only four Porsche sports cars to feature a front-engine and a transaxle

Brembo brakes, and 50:50 weight distribution gave 944 Turbo drivers confidence, lacking in early 911 Turbos

The Porsche 944 Turbo was exclusively offered with a 5-speed manual transaxle and 3.375 final drive

Aside from the 1986 model year, all 944 Turbo models had ABS

Coupe models from 1990 and later featured a bow-shaped spoiler under the rear hatch

The cosy interior featured four sport seats, with the rear ones folding 50:50

All 944 Turbo models featured the newer interior that came with the 1985.5 update

With an average price of around $27,000, the 944 Turbo is a relatively attainable classic sports car

Swipe up to learn all there is to know about the Porsche 944 Turbo

Porsche’s rich history as a sports car manufacturer provides many opportunities to revive some truly legendary models

Just 1 year after the original 911 was introduced, Porsche decided to offer a more affordable variant

The Porsche 912 was bigger only in its numerical designation. Instead of the 911's flat-6, it came with a 4-cylinder boxer

Originally, the 912 was produced between 1965 and 1969. It was re-introduced in 1976 for the North American market as the 912 E

Chief Porsche Designer, Michael Mauer expressed willingness to make a smaller 911

...meaning the Porsche 912 could make a return as a smaller, EV equivalent of the 911

Porsche 917 was the company's balls-out approach to winning Le Mans in the 1960s and 1970s

A wide variety of Porsche 917 versions were developed between 1969 and 1973, for different racing series

Some variants of the car produced as much as 1,580 hp and weighed just over 1,300 lbs

If Porsche decides to resurrect the 917, the Mission X gives a good idea of how it may look

The 911 GT1 is the peak of Porsche's efforts to dominate Le Mans in the 1990s

The GT1 is the only mid-engine 911 Porsche has ever made

In 2024, Tuthill reimagined the GT1 as an epic resto-mod that can be had with an air-cooled engine and a manual

For homologation purposes, between 21 and 25 GT1 Street variants were produced

A new GT1 made by Porsche would most likely include a powerful flat-6 hybrid powertrain

Porsche 928 was thought to be the replacement for the 911, when the rear-engine car's future was in question

The 928 never replaced the 911, but it gave people a more luxurious, V-8 grand tourer with milder manners

The 928 featured a front mid-engine layout and a transmission in the back for a 50:50 weight distribution

Nowadays, Nardone Automotive makes 928 resto-mods for those looking to experience a V-8-powered Porsche sports car with an FR layout

A new Porsche 928 could utilize the Panamera platform as that one already has a front-engine layout and a V-8

Porsche 930 Turbo is one of the most iconic 911s despite its grim reputation for killing many of its owners

The turbocharged flat-6 was too powerful for the chassis, making the 930 Turbo notoriously difficult to drive

Despite that, people lust after the 930, which is why a limited-production variant like a "930 Edition" should be created

Ideally, Porsche would utilize the supposed 992 GT2 RS and do away with the aggressive aero for such a model

The idea behind a "930 Edition" 911 would be to mimick the original Turbo's killer tendencies in a more restrained manner

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Porsche has built some truly legendary engines over the past 70 years, with many tracing their origins to motorsports

Today, we're going to go over five Porsche engines that set the bar high for each era

Modest by modern standards, this 2.7-liter Mezger flat-6 is what powered the fastest car in 1973

The Porsche 911 Carrera 2.7 RS was the most successful air-cooled 911 of its day

With 210 hp and 2,116 lbs, the car did 0 to 60 mph in 5.6 seconds, on its way to 149 mph

The late Hans Mezger was instrumental in developing these engines through Porsche's motorsports programs

The 3.0-liter (later 3.3-liter) turbocharged flat-6 featured race tech and turned the balanced 911 into a death trap

Despite earning the nickname "Widowmaker", the Porsche 930 Turbo is one of the most iconic 911s ever made

Even with a messed up weight distribution to 38:62 between the front and rear axles, the 930 Turbo could reach speeds of over 170 mph

Hans Mezger was the Chief Engineer of the Porsche 917 Le Mans race car in the late 1960s - early '70s

Dubbed Type 912, this Porsche flat-12 was made of two flat-6 racing engines, thanks to Hans Mezger

Just like the Porsche 917 it powered, the engine had multiple evolutions. Early variants were naturally-aspirated

Early turbocharged variants had problems with turbo lag and the way they delivered power

Eventually, the car was sorted out and a twin-turbocharged setup was adopted

The 5.4-liter twin-turbo variant could make up to 1,580 horsepower

The M80/01 powering the Carrera GT was originally meant to power a Le Mans prototype race car

The V-10 engine features a flat-plane crankshaft and was mated exclusively to a 6-speed manual

Even with old tire technology from the 2000s, the Carrera GT does the 0-60 mph sprint in 3.5 seconds... if you can launch it right

M97.74 is the last Mezger engine. Despite not having vario-cam and direct fuel injection it held the highest specific output of any flat-6 for years to come

Technology developed by Mezger through racing & motorsports, eventually trickled down to Porsche road cars

The engine was specifically designed for the 997 GT3 RS 4.0 and featured some parts from the RSR race car

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Porsche 911s come in all shapes and sizes

The 911 GT2 RS is the most radical road-going variant of the 997

Limited to just 500 units, the 997 GT2 RS is a Turbo S with more power, no AWD, and a manual

The 993 is the last air-cooled 911 Turbo, but the first to get AWD

In 1997, Porsche introduced the X50 package, which turned the 993 Turbo into the Turbo S

Porsche 911 GT1 is the only mid-engine 911 ever made

It was built for Le Mans GT1 and FIA GT2 racing in the 1990s, where it showed consistent results due to its reliability

Between 21 and 25 road-going examples were built

The 911 Carrera 2.7 RS solidified the 911 as a capable race car

It was the birth of the Carrera name, the ducktail rear spoiler, and the wide body on 911 models

Thanks to Mezger power, the Carrera 2.7 RS was he fastest car of its day

The 2016 Porsche 991 R is a 911 that doesn't adhere to modern regulations

A modern homage to a legend; The original 911 R was the basis for many 911 race cars and at 1,929 pounds, it was the lightest 911 ever made

The 991 R tips the scales at 3,020 pounds, making it the most lightweight modern-day 911

Single-mass flywheel, close-ratio manual, rear-wheel drive, and 200+ mph capable

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