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Porsche 911 991 early period
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Porsche 911, 991 early model

I recently had to replace my Boxster for an inspection.A bare-bones 911 Carrera of the first half of the 991 model yearcould borrow. And, at the same time, we were able toI also had the opportunity to drive a 991 early model 911 Carrera S.It was a rare experience to drive a Carrera and a Carrera S from the same era at the same time, and since the options for both cars had quite different specifications, there were many discoveries to be made.

I would like to focus this review on that area.

The early model of the 991 is the last 911 with an NA engine for now as a regular model.This means that the bare-bones Carrera will be equipped with a 3.4-liter engine. The engine in the bare-bones Carrera is a 3.4-liter engine, while the engine in the Carrera S will be a 3.8-liter engine; the AT models will be equipped with a 7-speed PDK, producing 350 hp and 400 hp, respectively.

First things first.Let me start with the bare bones Carrera.This Carrera will be a very rare car with a very rare specification. The main options are.The exterior is a hardcore specification with cup aero, PCCB suspension, and sports exhaust.It is. Despite this, the suspension isNormal suspension without PASMIt is.

So, as far as this car is concerned.PCCB and normal suspension without PASMI would like to focus my report on this point as well.

Porsche 911 991 early period Carrera

Porsche 911 991 Carrera Cup Aero

Stock cup aero system is installed.

Early Type 991 bare Carrera

The 3.4L engine in the bare-bones Carrera is the same as the engine in our Boxster GTS.The Boxster has 330 hp and the Boxster has 350 hp. However, the power of the Boxster is 350ps, 20ps more than the Boxster's 330ps.

First.The sound when the engine is started is lower and slightly less loud in the 911.When I put the PDK in D and started driving, the engine was heavy and reluctant. The unit only has 25,000 km on it.I've been living in a loaner car for a long time, only driving around town, and not having to run the engine much.Is it possible to

It felt as if something was stuck in my throat, and I felt as if the engine was not in its natural beautiful voice and was not in its true form.I guess an engine has to be turned in moderation.I feel again.

Porsche 911 991 early model sports exhaust

The Boxster weighs 1360 kg while the 911 Carrera weighs 1430 kg, a difference of about 70 kg, so even though there is a difference of 20 hpThe 911 has a slightly milder start.It is.

The shifting shock of PDK is minimal, and the suspension without PASM conveys a knack for small shocks at low speeds. I've experienced a few suspensions without PASM, but to varying degrees depending on the model.The difference in ride quality at low speeds is a major difference between the suspension with PASMI think.

Therefore.Once the speed is somewhat higher, the difference is not that noticeable.This time the car also had a flatter ride as the speed increased.

Incidentally, in addition to that, the car in question has PCCB brakes.The PCCB contributes greatly to the reduction of unsprung weight as well as braking performance.Compared to cast iron brakes, they are 1/3 to half the weight, which is said to have a significant impact on ride quality.

This time, however, theThe combination of normal suspension without PASM and PCCB was not a good one for me personally.It is true that I felt a kind of lightness underfoot, but in this case, on the contrary, it backfired, and I had the impression that the moistness caused by the weight was diminished.

Of course, this also does not bother me at a certain speed, but I thought it had a negative effect on the ride comfort at low speeds. Well, the combination of Porsche options is deep and difficult.

Porsche 911 PCCB brakes

And by the way, it goes without saying.The braking and controllability of the PCCB is excellent.The ones on this car work so well that I think they work better at low speeds than the PCCB on my GT3, and the braking room is not half bad, even on winding roads. It is indeed a very expensive brake.

To be honest, the brakes work very differently from the stock brakes.

Trying one or two corners on the usual winding roads.The rolls are pleasantly more.This is a slightly different feeling than with PASM: with PASM, the vehicle rolls, but there is a sense of stepping forward from the beginning, whereas without PASM, the vehicle rolls slightly at the beginning, stops rolling at a certain point, and then corners with the vehicle still on its feet.

Of course, I do not feel insecure or difficult to control at all, but it is very interesting to see the difference in behavior when comparing the two.

Driving a Porsche 911 Carrera

Try to turn the engine in a straight lineThe sound of the NA engine is good. It is still a good sound that only an NA engine can make.The engine, now that its throat has been cleared, finally lets out its original roar, but it is a bit more bass-intensive than the Boxster. This may be due to the difference in the length of the exhaust system caused by the difference in the engine's mounting position.

However, they are basically very similar. The 20 hp difference in power is also not noticeable to me. It's almost the same power feel.

Next → Porsche 911 (early 991) Carrera S evaluation, how does it differ from the original? What about the engine?

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  1. Tephteph

    I always enjoy looking at your site.
    I learned a lot from "Comparison of Porsche 911 Carrera and Carrera S of the same period".
    The news reports of a series of 911 accidents, including the one in Kumamoto on November 29th, have made me think about how to enjoy 911.
    Then I read this article, and it seemed to shed some light on the situation.
    The entire article gave me the opportunity to appreciate the car in detail, and even enriched my mind.
    Thank you very much.

    • Mina.Mina.

      Mr. Tephteph.
      Thank you for visiting my blog!

      >The news reports of the accidents that occurred in Kumamoto on November 29th and other 911 accidents one after another have made me think about how to enjoy 911.
      That was a sad accident... I drove that road once myself, so the fact that there was an accident on a road like that is
      I was reminded once again that it is not someone else's business.

      Because Porsche is a high-performance car, I have to be conscious of driving safely and improve my driving skills.
      We hope to continue to provide you with our own kind of car life ^^.
      Thank you for your continued support!

  2. bar duck

    I read it every time.
    I am currently in the process of selling my 997 early model and switching to a 991 early model.
    Looking online, I see PASM as a required option for the 991 Carrera.
    My 997 is also equipped with PASM, which is good for stability at high speeds.
    May the next 991 Carrera also win a car with PASM.

    • Mina.Mina.

      Mr. Bardach.
      Thank you for visiting our blog.

      >I am currently in the process of selling my early 997 and switching to a early 991.
      Oh, yes! I hope you will have a good chance to meet this 991 Carrera with PASM in good condition.