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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

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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

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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

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A rapid change in the EV scene means the Porsche 718 will continue to offer boxer engines

The Porsche 718 EV is still coming, but Porsche announced it will be integrating ICE and hybrid technology in its EVs

The market no longer favors EVs as hybrids jump in popularity

Production of the 982-generation will either be prolonged or Porsche will come up with an all-new platform

Like other EV models, the fully-electric 718 will adopt some aesthetics from the Taycan

Porsche 718 saw a 10-percent increase in sales, likely due to Porsche's original plans to replace it with an EV, in 2025

The 983-generation will continue to be offered as, bith, coupe and convertible, regardless of the powertrain type

We expect the T-Hybrid powertrain will be repurposed for use in the smaller 718

Given what they've done with the 992.2, we expect the next-gen 718 to also be available in GT4 guise

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Weight, or the lack there of is an aspect that plays a pivotal role in how a sports car handles

At 3,020 pounds, the Porsche 991 R is the lightest 911 since the 996 Carrera

Limited to 991 units, the 2016 Porsche 911 R is a modern homage to the 1967 original

Its 4.0-liter flat-6 revs to 9,000 RPM and is mated to a close-ratio 6-speed manual

The base-model 718 weighs 2,943 pounds regardless of the body style

Despite having only 2.0 liters of displacement, the 718 Cayman/Boxster still does the 0-60 mph sprint in 4.6 seconds

PDK-equipped cars are 66 pounds heavier than those with the 6-speed manual

The base Porsche 981 Cayman is even lighter at 2,932 pounds, but the more powerful S model is just 22 pounds heavier

The 2.7-liter flat-6 makes 275 horsepower here and allows for a -60 mph in 5.4 seconds with the manual

The Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport is one of the lightest Porsches in modern times, at 2,910 pounds

While it was sold to the public (in most countries), the Clubsport is bound to the race track

At 2,899 pounds the 981 Boxster Spyder is the lightest mid-engine Porsche of the last decade

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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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The 911 GT2 and 911 GT3 may look very similar

Both race-bred models have some key differences, that set them apart

Apart from the fact that both the 911 GT2 and the 911 GT3 belong to different class of endurance racing, both having distinctive driving dynamics

The 911 GT2, since its inception, carries a tuned version of the 911 Turbo's twin-turbo flat-six engine

In contrast, the GT3 is being powered by a naturally aspirated flat-six that's straight from Porsche's racing program

Among the two, the GT2's powertrain is the most capable, thanks to forced induction. Also, the torque this engine produces is much more than that of the GT3

The last 911 GT2, the 991 generation GT2 RS, was rated at 691 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque.

Side-by-side, the latest 992.2 911 GT3 cranks 510 hp 331 lb-ft

As for aerodynamics, GT3 models generally produce more downforce than GT2s

Despite the powertrain differences, both the GT2 and the GT3 drive the rear wheels only

Porsche unveiled the first 911 GT2 with the 993-gen 911, even before the GT3 came into being

Early GT models were strictly manuals, but Porsche's PDK was offered in more recent generations like the 991

The first GT3 arrived a generation later in the 996 guise, with the "fried egg" headlights in 2004

It also evolved to include RS models across the water-cooled generations of the 911

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The base Porsche Taycan barely fits the budget with its RWD setup

It packs 402 horsepower, and a range of 318 miles

It manages a top speed of 143 mph and a 0-60 mph time of 4.5 seconds and starts at $99,400

The Macan EV 4S offers surprising bang for the buck, AWD, and 308 miles of EPA range

The $86,895 Macan EV 4S can be propelled to speeds of 149 mph. 0-60 mph happens in 3.9 seconds

The base-model Porsche Cayenne is now a PHEV and at $86,695 costs as much as the mid-range Macan EV

Its V-6 is aided by a single electric motor for a combined 463 horsepower and 479 pound-feet

The Cayenne E-Hybrid can drive upto 46 miles on electricity, making it ideal for city driving

The $90,995 Macan GTS is one of the most lightweight SUVs on sale, as it doesn't feature electrification

Its V-6 engine is good for 434 horsepower and 405 pound-feet, and allow for a top speed of 169 mph

Time is running out. After 2025, the ICE-powered Macan will be no more

The Porsche 718 is also going electric, but you can still get it with a variety of flat-4 and flat-6 engines

The 718 Cayman S is the fastest sub-$100k mid-engine Porsche you can get. It can do 177 mph

0-60 mph takes around 4.2 seconds. You can also get it with one of the best manual transmissions in the business

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The Porsche 928 was introduced in 1977 and was believed to be the eventual replacement for the 911

The front-engined 2+2 GT sportscar was Porsche's answer to Mercedes-Benz and Jaguar

Ferry Porsche, son of founder Ferdinand Porsche played a pivotal role in marketing the 928,

It is one of four models, from Porsche's transaxle model which also includes the 924, 944 and 968

In times when Porsche was struggling to sort out the rear-engine 911, the 928 made for a more manageable sports car

The 930 Turbo had a vile reputation

As a result, Porsche decided to play it safe with a more luxurious, front-engined 2+2 GT car with the 928

The Porsche 928 was more mildly-mannered despite being exclusively powered by V-8 engines

Roughly 15 percent of all Porsche 928s made had a manual, making them the most sought-after

The pop-out headlights were one of many design quirks the 928 was known for

Despite the 928's initial success, Porsche never stopped making the 911

The 911 was always the brand's poster child when it came to motorsports

Meanwhile, the 928 was the only Porsche sports car to not have a racing program

The 964 came out in the perfect time and fixed much of what was wrong with the 930

The 964 arrival was accompanied by a decline in 928 sales

In 1995, the Porsche 928's 18-year production would come to an end...

solidifying the 911's position as Porsche's true flagship sports car

Nowadays, the legacy of the 928 is cared for by Nardone Automotive, which makes exquisite resomods

Swipe up to learn more about Porsche's true plans for the 928 and why it was never meant to be a true replacement for the 911

A one-off Porsche 718 Spyder RS commemorates the company's historic win of the 1954 Carrera Panamericana

The one-off model is handcrafted by the Porsche Sonderwunsch program in collaboration with Porsche Latin America

The styling emulates that of the Porche 550 Spyder, driven by Hans Hermann in 1954

The 718 Spyder RS is the perfect choice for an homage to the 550. It is the most powerful, track-focused, and lightweight mid-engine Porsche you can buy

The TAG Heuer shield is proudly displayed on the front, like on the original race car

TAG Heuer motives can also be found on the center-lock wheels

THe most exquisite feature is the TAG Heuer Chronograph Tourbillion time piece, for which a special compartment was designed

The interior features the full RS treatment, with emphasis on lightweight

Extensive use of leather and Alcantara is accompanied by Panamericana Special details, signifying the exclusivity of the car

The 718 Spyder RS Panamericana Special is the last of three models to commemorate the iconic race

Back in 2023, Porsche introduced a special one-off based on the 718 Cayman GT4 RS

...alongside a 992 Cabriolet variant that also celebrated the Carrera Panamericana

That same car and driver combo won the 1954 Carrera Panamericana, solidifying Porsche's image as a sports carmaker

Performance-wise, the one-off 718 Spyder RS remains unchanged from the regular model

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When the market is increasingly moving towards SUVs, Porsche sells not one, but two sedans, but why?

Porsche Taycan is one of the most popular high performance EVs on sale

Meanwhile, the Panamera sales figures are at an all-time low

Numbers only tell half the story as Reddit users seem to be favoring the Panamera more

The Taycan had its fair share of reliability issues, all of which addressed by Porsche, free of charge

Meanwhile, the Panamera has been consistently reliable throughout most of its lifespan, except some earlier model years

The most powerful Taycan is as quick around a track as a Cayman GT4 RS

With 1,019 hp, the Taycan Turbo GT is also the most powerful road-going Porsche ever made

Meanwhile, Porsche's latest Panamera Turbo became the fastest 4-door hybrid around the "Ring"

Some Reddit users claim the more practical Taycan Sport/Cross Turismo models are the ones that are worth it

Meanwhile, the bigger Panamera dropped the station wagon body style, for 2024

The Panamera will go fully electric and it will exist alongside the Taycan

Meanwhile, the ICE-powered Panamera will continue to be on offer

Porsche Taycan will remain as the sportier, 4-door EV sedan

While the Panamera will be the more luxury-oriented prposition

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Porsche 986 Boxster is 2/3 Porsche 911 for less than half the price

Aside from a few issues with the M96 engines, which should be taken care of by now, the original Boxster is a blast

Porsche 944 is, often, referred to as the "German Miata" for its impeccable balance

What the 944 lacks in power, it makes up with lightness and 50:50 weight distribution thanks to a rear-mounted, manual transmission

The 944 Turbo is expensive as those are already eyed by collectors

The US-spec Porsche 944 is down on power compared to EU models due to smog regulations, resulting in just 143 horsepower for the base model

Porsche 987 Cayman improves upon the 986, but it will cost a bit more

The 987's 9X7 platform is an evolution of the 9x6 modular platform, underpinning the Porsche 996 and 986

More reliable M97 engines are introduced on the Porsche 987

The 987 can also be had as a Boxster if you want open-top thrills

Manual examples of the 987 are preferable since 987.1 models still have the 5-speed Mercedes automatic

Surprisingly, you can still get a Porsche 928 for relatively cheap

Porsche's more luxurious take on the sports car was produced for 18 years

Even base models came with a V-8, but manual-equipped cars are a rarity

The cheapest Porsche was meant to be a VW. These are dirt-cheap

Only the rare 924 Carrera, Turbo, and even rarer 924 Turbo Targa can be considered true collectibles

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