911 Turbo S: 5 Ways It’s Better Than The Carrera GT
While the limited-run Carrera GT is hailed as one of the all time great, you'd be surprised at how far the more versatile 911 Turbo S has come in the past two decades to close the gap, at a fraction of the price
Are you a Porsche enthusiast who dreams of owning a supercar but finds the Carrera GT's seven-figure price tag daunting?
While the mid-engined Carrera GT, with its Formula 1-derived V10 engine and status as the last analog supercar,
The latest rear-engined 992 Turbo S also packs a lot of performance, all for a fraction of the cost
Stick around as we dive into five compelling reasons why the 911 Turbo S might just be the smarter choice
1. Performance: The 992 Turbo S is Quicker than the Carrera GT
911 Turbo S |
0-60 mph: 2.5 seconds (with Sport Chrono) |
Top Speed: 205 mph
Carrera GT | 0-60 mph: 3.5 seconds | Top Speed: 205 mph
The official lap time for the Porsche Carrera GT at the Nürburgring is 7 minutes and 32 seconds
The Turbo S can lap the ring in 7 minutes 17 seconds | 992.2 GTS is quicker at 7:16
2. Everyday Usability: 992 Turbo S offers a lot more
Better Ergonomics | Modern-Tech Creature Comforts
Analog Touches | Manual Only
More Space | PDK Convenience
CGT Is Strictly A Two Seater
Turbo S Available As Both Coupe And Cabriolet
5 cubic-feet Vs 10 cubic-feet
Yes, Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) is standard on the Porsche 911 Turbo S
The Carrera GT has a fixed, stiffer suspension designed specifically for high-performance track driving, prioritizing handling over ride comfort
3. Rear-Axle Steering And AWD
Turbo S is nearly the same width as a CGT
Rear-axle steering comes as standard on 992 Turbo S
Year-round usability | Turbo S also features standard AWD compared to the RWD-only Carrera GT
No driver aids on the CGT | High-profile crashes
4. Maintenance & Insurance costs
Cheaper to Maintain A 911 Turbo S Compared to Carrera GT
Turbo S will set you back between $500 and $1000 depending on the intervals
Carrera GT’s clutch replacement can cost upwards of $20,000, and an oil change will set you back $3,000
Turbo S can be serviced nationwide
CGT may need to be taken to a specialist like Repasi Motorwerks to keep costs low
Parts won't be readily available and not all dealers may be qualified to work on the CGT
Turbo S Is Cheaper to Insure Compared to Carrera GT | $4,000 Vs. $5,000-$8,000
5. Steep Price, But Still Attainable
The 911 Turbo S Costs 250k, But Remains Attainable
Don’t Have to Worry About Putting Miles On A 911 Turbo S, unlike limited run CGT that could drastically affect its resale value
The average price of a 911 Turbo S hovers around $245k, whereas for the CGT it is $1.4 million.