In case you had any doubts about the variants of the Porsche 911, this video explains each and every one of them in less than 5 minutes.

When a model like the Porsche 911 has been part of motoring history for decades, it gives rise to numerous variants and versions, which can cause some confusion. The people in Stuttgart, aware of this dilemma, have decided to create this illustrative video with the aim of once and for all clearing up the doubts that the different trims and engines of their flagship sports car can generate. With this premise, we will look at the features of the most “modest” Porsche 911 all the way up to the most radical one to date, which will allow us to learn even the smallest detail of each and every nine-eleven on sale today.

The Porsche 911 has undergone a strong evolution since its debut in 1964 but, despite the major changes we can see in the most recent generations, it remains a vehicle faithful to its principles. The six-cylinder engine, its iconic design and its 2+2 layout have always been hallmarks of every variant of the 911 that has existed.

Today there are three variants within the Porsche 911 range: Carrera, Turbo and GT3. The first of these is the entry point into the German sports car. This name was taken directly from one of the most emblematic competition cars in the marque’s history, the Porsche Carrera that competed in the Carrera Panamericana, but over time it has taken on different designations.

Within the 911 Carrera family there are several versions that share the same basis and differ mainly in power output and level of equipment. At first we find the standard Carrera, a variant that can also be associated with the cabriolet body, followed by the Carrera S. Both can carry the number 4 in their rear badge, an indication that it is a 911 with four-wheel drive.

If we want to go further than the S designation, we can opt for the GTS, a variant of the sports car capable of offering a much more sporty and effective package in coupé, targa and cabriolet bodies. If we are looking for a more intermediate point, Porsche offers the Carrera T, a more restrained variant than the GTS but still capable of delivering performance on a par with a 911.

To increase the performance of the nine-eleven, Porsche created the Turbo family, which has been present in every generation of the sports car. This time was no different, and that is why the Stuttgart firm continues to offer the Turbo and Turbo S in both coupé and cabriolet configurations. Building on that base we find the GT2 RS, a model that has not only been the king of the Nürburgring but is also presented as the fastest production 911 in history.

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Last but not least, we must make room for the GT3 and GT3 RS, two versions of the 911 that, together with the GT2 RS, have a clear focus on the track. The main difference between them is that the GT3 models feature a naturally aspirated engine, seeking to offer a purer driving sensation. This closes the circle of variants of the Porsche 911, although it could be expanded with the next generation and the arrival of hybrid versions, a type of powertrain never before seen on the German sports car.

Technical specifications of this car

CoupePorsche 91119 versions · from 157,835 €