All Porsche 911 derivatives

The Porsche 911 has reigned as a sports car icon for 50 years, and recently I came across a video on Porsche’s YouTube channel that explains every 911 model in under 5 minutes. Because it’s so concise, the essence is packed in and easy to understand, and I even learned quite a few new things.

Above all, the video is stylish. It unfolds like flipping through a booklet with a black cover similar to the “Porsche Principle” booklet you receive by mail after purchasing a Porsche, introducing all the 911 models.

Let’s dive right in.

The 911 concept is built on “compactness” and “purism.”

・Fun to drive, yet practical for everyday use
・2+2 seating
・Flat-six engine
・Rear engine

These are its defining features.

① First Generation 911

The first Carrera was born in 1964, and this is the basis for today’s standard 911.

The Carrera name comes from the grueling race held in Mexico called the By the way, this was the Porsche that raced back then.

② 911 Carrera Cabriolet

The 911 Carrera with a retractable roof.

③ 911 Carrera 4

The standard Carrera is rear-engine, rear-wheel drive, but the Carrera 4 is all-wheel drive, offering a dynamic driving experience. It’s an all-rounder that maintains stable handling even in bad weather conditions.

⑤ 911 Carrera S

The Carrera S is the most athletic model in the 911 lineup. It features a more powerful engine and various options such as rear-axle steering.

⑥ 911 Carrera T

The Carrera T sits between the Carrera and Carrera S. It’s a pure sports car stripped down to the essentials. The “T” in Carrera T stands for “Touring.”

⑦ 911 Carrera GTS

The Carrera GTS is the sportiest model among all 911 variants. It comes with many standard features and offers the best driving performance. The interior is uniquely designed with GTS logos and red stitching on leather seats. Still, it’s suitable for everyday use.

⑧ 911 Targa

The Targa is an open model that is not a cabriolet, equipped with an aluminum roll-over bar that ensures safety for driver and passengers. By the way, the Targa is only available with all-wheel drive.

⑨ 911 Turbo

Introduced in 1974 amid the global oil crisis, this model incorporated turbocharger and boost pressure control technologies developed through racing. It was the first to feature a rear spoiler in its body design. The Turbo S has 40 horsepower more than the Turbo.

⑩ 911 GT
Developed with motorsport as its design base. The GT class, which raced in FIA-sanctioned events, proved it could be used daily.

⑪ 911 GT3

Described as a car suitable for both road and everyday use, with natural-feeling equipment.

⑬ GT3 RS

Equipped with a more powerful engine than the GT3, it is lighter and further tuned for motorsport use. It features a high-revving naturally aspirated engine.

⑭ GT2 RS

This model pushes the 911’s performance to the absolute limit and is the fastest and most powerful in the lineup. Unlike the GT3 RS, it uses the powertrain from the 911 Turbo S.

The 911 series still carries the spirit of the original 911, perfectly blending diversity and uniqueness to deliver an exceptional driver’s experience.

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Watching this video makes it fun to imagine “Which 911 would I choose if I bought one?” For me, I’d definitely want a Targa… though I’m curious about how it handles wind intrusion.

So, here is the video “All Porsche 911 derivatives explained in less than 5 minutes.”