Two Great Places to Talk About 993's and Twin Turbos
"As you sit there the eyes of the vicious 911 Turbo glow down upon you with overwhelming power. It sees your every move, as you amble helplessly along in your RX7, Supra, Ferrari, Lambo, Vector, whatever. You are oblivious to this machine. It owns you. It controls you. It will KILL you.The above bad boy, the 1996-97 Porsche 911 Turbo, is the most ultimate street car to come along since the 959. With its all wheel drive, twin turbochargers, 6-speed transmission, and Porsche engine, it is far and beyond any other competitor's offering in engineering, style, form, performance, comfort, and most importantly, driving PLEASURE! I Cannot think of any other automobile known to man that can even come anywhere close to being in the same category as the Turbo. (Except the 959, of course)..As always, the Nine-Eleven retains the basic qualities shared by its 1963 ancestors as well as spawning some new additions. The Type 993 Turbo body represents the most voluptuous sculpting of metal ever to brandish the Porsche badge. Even the '55 Spyders and 356s envy the smooth curves of this Porsche.
In 1987, when the 959 was finally on the road as a legitimate production model, the world grew silent. Never before had anyone seen such technology and performance in such a beautiful automobile. In the decade since, the 959 has easily put anything to shame that has come along. However, when this 911 Turbo was introduced in 1996, the reigning 959 übercar finally met a formidable competitor.The 1996--1997 911 Turbo is somewhat of a standout compared to all the other Turbos in recent history. Never before has a Turbo Porsche sported AWD, or a 6-speed box. Never before has the car had two turbochargers."
Thanks to 'Ben' from the old `whaletail.com for the above text, written in 1997
Specifications 1996-97 (USA Models)
Engine:
Horizontally opposed 6-cylinder; SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder; lightweight aluminum-alloy block, heads and pistons Bore and stroke: 3.94" x 3.01" Displacement: 3.6L. or 3,600cc Horsepower: 400@5,750 rpm (424@5,750 rpm for the Turbo S) Torque: 400 lb-ft @4,500 rpm Compression ratio: 8.0:1 Cd: .33 Fuel system: Motronic electronic fuel injection and single-plug ignition with knock control Induction: Twin intercooled turbochargers
Drivetrain:
Full-time all-wheel drive, limited-slip differential, ABD (automatic brake differential) traction system, 6 speed manual
Suspension:
FRONT: MacPherson struts, aluminum control arms, stabilizer bar REAR: Independent multilink LSA axle with toe correcting characteristics, stabilizer bar
Dimensions:
Curb weight: 3,307 lbs Wheelbase: 89.4" Length: 167.8" Width: 70.7" Height: 51.8"
Brakes and Wheels:
Dual-circuit, vented and cross-drilled discs, 4-piston aluminum-alloy fixed calipers, ABS-5 Cast alloy, 8Jx18 front, 10Jx18 rear
Performance:
0-60mph: 3.7 seconds 0-1/4 mile: 12.1s @ 116 mph Top Speed: 192 mph
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