964 "Carrera 2

I recently blogged about "My husband is considering an air-cooled Porsche 911" and introduced a test drive review summary of the 964 "Carrera 4" at the time of its release, and today I will introduce the 964 "Carrera 2".Incidentally, my husband is also considering this "Carrera 2."The first time, the number of visitors to the event was again limited to only two. Again, the."Porsche 911-964~997 (CG Selection)"The following is a summary based on the contents of the

The 4WD 964 "Carrera 4" launched earlier in 1989 was initially regarded as a nearly ideal sports car. However, for Porsche drivers, "rear engine, rear drive" is an eternal theme.The two-wheel drive Carrera 2 weighs approximately 100 kg less and costs about 2 million yen less.In this sense, many Porsche fans have been eagerly awaiting the release of the Carrera 2.

The Carrera 2 is a fully remodeled version of the previous 911 (930), as well as a two-wheel drive version of the Carrera 4.

It shares almost all of the same features as the Carrera 4, including the 3600cc air-cooled, horizontally opposed 6-cylinder engine, standard ABS, steering wheel, wheels, and retractable rear spoiler. The only areas where one can tell the difference visually are.Difference between "carrera2" and "carrera4" emblemsonly.(Carrera 4 specifications are summarized in the following article ↓↓)

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So, what is the biggest difference between the Carrera 4 and the Carrera 2?

(1) No drive system to the front wheels.
(2) A new type of automatic transmission, Tiptronic, is implemented.

Two major points. As for (1), the "Carrera 2" is moreThe real thrill of driving is controlling oversteer and understeer with the driver's skill."is left stronger than ever.

What I'm interested in is the Tiptronic evaluation.

In the 964 "Carrera 2," many people were concerned about theTiptronic, a new type of automatic transmission.The 964 "Carrera 2" is the second generation of the two-pedal Porsche, so to speak.

The evaluation of Tiptronic in the magazine at that time was as follows.

(1) Both 4AT and manual mode can be enjoyed.

Tiptronic 4-speed AT this time(I mean, there are only four steps.)is a Porsche Bosch(a German-based manufacturer of auto parts and power tools)and ZF(an automotive parts manufacturing company based in Friedrichshafen, Germany)It was developed with the cooperation ofThe "P-R-D-3-2" shift lever is located on the left side and can be used as a standard 4-speed AT.become.

(2) Electronically controlled smart AT

The 964's Tiptronic has been thoroughly analyzed for the operation of the manual portion of the system.Shift response is enhanced to a level that is quicker than manually operating gears.In addition, all shift modes are electronically controlled, with automatic upshifts occurring when you are about to over-rev in a lower gear, and conversely, over-rev when downshifting.(engine rpm above the red zone).possibility, they will delay downshifting until they are in the available rev zone.

(iii) Enjoy driving as a sports car

Nevertheless, as a sports car, theA mechanism is also implemented to prevent shifting up against the driver's will.The adaptive program control function raises the shift point to a higher rpm to prevent unintentional upshifting or downshifting before a corner or while cornering. In addition, theChoose between normal E (economy) mode and S (sporty) mode for driving mode.The new system has made it possible for the company to

How is the test drive review?

The actual test drive reviews are highly positive and favorable.

The "Carrera 2" accelerates more nimbly than the "Carrera 4.Anyway, it is fast. It is fast even when starting off in a quiet manner on ordinary roads.The main reason for this is that it is approximately 100 kg lighter than the Carrera 4, but the difference in weight is also evident in the midway acceleration in each gear.

Straight-line stability at maximum speed has also been dramatically improved.The common theory that "you can safely fly a 911 up to 200 km/h" is no longer valid.Compared to previous 911s, it is incredibly more stable at very high speeds. However, theIt still feels unreliable compared to the "Carrera 4".That said, the 911 is not a car about super-fast cruising on the autobahn, so don't expect much in this department.

As for the Tiptronic, "Isn't it not direct enough?" At first, there were doubts that the Tiptronic would not have a direct feel.The most finely tuned and automatically controllable transmission ever installed in a mass-produced vehicleThe first time the company was in

I wonder how my husband would feel about the Tiptronic knowing the current PDK feel. I wonder how my husband, who knows the feel of the current PDK, would feel about the Tiptronic - I'm curious about that too.

How would you rate each item?

Each item was also reviewed based on the interviews, which I would like to briefly introduce.

(1) Clutch pedal

The clutch pedal is now very light.Unlike the chunky stomp of the 911 Carrera or the stout "Carrera 4," it is not unlike a practical car in the extreme.It is. Drivers accustomed to driving a conventional 911 may be disappointed by its lightness.

(2) Engine

The engine has a delightful torquey feel not only at low rpm, but in all parts of the engine.

(iii) Power steering

power steering(A mechanism that assists the driver in steering a motor vehicle.)As for the "Carrera 4", the "Carrera 4" also comes with power assist, but it was a bit heavier than expected.The steering of the Carrera 2, which weighs 100 kg less than the Carrera 4, is very straightforward.

(4) Brake

The brakes are exquisite. The brakes are exquisite. and a firm feeling of firmness. The brakes work in direct proportion to the force with which the pedal is pressed, giving the car a very sports car-like feel.

The 964 "Carrera 2" was very popular even back then

The 964 Carrera 2 was available in three body types: coupe, targa, and cabriolet, and the price range at the time was "coupe: 9.3 million yen to cabriolet: 11 million yen. The Tiptronic was available as an option for 600,000 yen.(It's about the same as putting on PDK.)

The Japanese version of the 1990 model year has right-hand drive for all models. In the case of the Carrera 2, the manual transmission is only available in left-hand drive, but either left or right-hand drive versions of the Tiptronic transmission can be selected. In fact, the 964 "Carrera 2" was extremely popular from the time it went on sale, right from the start of accepting reservations.

I see.... Does it mean that those who wanted a more pure 911 chose the "Carrera 2" at that time?

I've been seeing my husband talking about air-cooling all the time lately, "Air-cooling, air-cooling! I've been seeing my husband talking about air-cooling all the time, and it's like he's a complete American talk show.MILFs.It's starting to look like a w(When I told my husband, he said, "Really! (when I told my husband, he said, "Really!")

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Now, which air-cooled one will my husband choose, the 964 "Carrera 2" or the "993"?