Posts Tagged ‘Porsche911Turbo’
Porsche can't be too happy about its 911 Turbo getting trounced so thoroughly by something as plebian as the new Nissan GT-R, so its engineers have focused their frustration into... new taillights.
Auto Express has several spy shots of an all but completely undisguised test mule undergoing cold-weat......
What you’ve all been waiting for: Nissan GT-R vs. Porsche 911 Turbo
Thursday, October 4th, 2007
Performance on par with a Porsche 911 Turbo was a well publicized benchmark for Nissan engineers when designing the new GT-R. Nissan even flaunted its achievement of a faster lap time for the Nürburgring circuit as proof positive. While the information coming out of the manufacturer's camp was impr......
More power, less roof: TechArt Turbo Cabriolet
Tuesday, September 11th, 2007
TechArt's performance modifications to Porsche's already-impressive sports cars might seem akin to adding a third warp nacelle to the starship Enterprise for the pure fun of it, but who are we to argue with the results? The supertuner/niche manufacturer has readied its latest creation for debut at t......
But wait, there’s more! Nissan GT-R at the ‘Ring, gunning for the Carrera GT
Thursday, July 19th, 2007
The shooters at KGP were back at the Nurburgring shooting everyone's favorite Godzilla-mobile, and in addition to finally seeing some badging on the grille and bumper of Nissan's GT-R revival, we finally get a clear view of the front fascia and rear end. While the back still remains somewhat obscure......
Round 1: GT-R vs. 911 Turbo at the ‘Ring, advantage GT-R
Tuesday, July 17th, 2007
click above image to see more shots of the Nissan GT-R p0wn the PorscheWe'll start by saying that it's not exactly hearsay, but it's not anywhere near official, either. Take one 997 Porsche Turbo that has lapped the 'Ring in 7:40, practically fast enough to form one of those Stargate SG-1 vortexes b......
Brit police nab country’s fastest speeder ever
Wednesday, June 20th, 2007
When Tim Brady punched the accelerator in the Porsche 911 Turbo he was piloting down a rural road in Oxfordshire earlier this year, he could never have imagined that the action would become a moment of infamy. After all, he had to feel pretty confident that no police were on speed patrol where he wa......
Chicago Auto Show: MotorWeek Drivers Choice Awards
Friday, December 22nd, 2006
We must admit that we were a bit surprised that MotorWeek's award for "Best Car of the Year" went to the Honda Fit. But, we suppose that it, uh, fits. We know, that was way too easy - feel free to mock us in the comments, we can take it. Here is the complete list of winners:
Best of the Year: Honda......
Tuner Tuesdays: TechArt Porsche 911 Turbo
Thursday, July 20th, 2006
TechArt is at it again. This time, the subject of its attention is the new-for-2007 Porsche 911 Turbo. No engine modifications are ready yet, so those looking to see what kind of obscene power TechArt is able to draw out of the Turbo's mill will have to wait patiently and make do with the 480+ hors......
Porsche drives away from the Sydney motor show
Saturday, June 17th, 2006
Aussies hoping to see the new Porsche 911 Turbo, GT3, and Targa at the Sydney motor show should prepare to be disappointed.Thanks to the unusually high number of exhibitors scheduled for this year's event, Porsche was unable to secure the spot they initially requested. Using the alternative offered ......
Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren captures London Land Speed Record
Wednesday, June 7th, 2006
Weekly British automotive mag Autocar recently shut down the London City Airport because they wanted to find out what car was the fastest in London. Amidst a field that included hometown hero Bentley's Continental Flying Spur, as well as a Ford GT (it lost to the British-built SLR by nary 1.4 mph, f......