In the new 911, the underlying characteristics are expressed with immediacy and precision. The result is one of the most uncompromising designs in the history of the Porsche 911.

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Design
In the new 911, the underlying characteristics are expressed with purity and precision. Lean muscularity combines with clarity of line and an accuracy in every contour. Even when stationary, the new 911 is like a sprinter waiting in the blocks.

The diagonal transition between tail and body conveys poise and natural urgency. The theme continues through the curving mid-section to the distinctive front-end design. Bow-type door handles and doublearm mirrors accentuate the athleticism of the stylish exterior. The most obvious external difference between the new 911 Carrera 4 models and the rear-wheel drive variants is the 44-mm increase in rear axle width.

In every respect, the Porsche 911 is a precision driving instrument. From its powerful engineering and elegant design to its superlative driver control.

Drive
The six-cylinder ‘boxer’ engine is a definitive element within the 911 concept. Flat and compact, with a low centre of gravity, its rear-mounted position has generated optimum traction through more than four decades of evolution. Its sense of immediacy and characteristic sound are more inspirational than ever.

Chassis
The 911 chassis is not only more athletic than ever, it is also more comfortable and secure. The entire chassis concept has been carefully designed to offer agile handling and natural control in all road and track scenarios. Every driver input is conveyed through the chassis with unprecedented immediacy and precision. Feedback from the road is equally precise, enabling optimum car control.

Safety
Rapid braking. Excellent headlight illumination. Safe airbag deployment. Effective crash protection. The standard safety features on the Porsche 911 are equal to the car’s performance.

Comfort
In terms of engineering, the Porsche 911 offers a simple definition of precision: improve that which is essential. Remove that which is not. Focus on that which matters most: the driver. Through the application of these principles we’ve created a driving environment that is always a uniquely rewarding drive.

Motorsports
The Nürburgring, Le Mans, Hockenheim, Mille Miglia, Daytona, Paris-Dakar, Monte Carlo, Targa Florio.

Porsche has competed in virtually every major race – and at every major venue – in the world of international motorsport. There is hardly a corner, chicane or hairpin bend that we do not know by heart.

This familiarity is just one of the secrets of our enduring race success. It is also the key to more than 28,000 victories in little over 50 years.

Throughout our history, the desire to go racing has defined the character of Porsche. It has also enabled us to develop technologies for use in our road-car production.

As a result, your 911 is already prepared for a number of racing classes. Porsche Clubs host a range of events at domestic and international level. Other options for amateur drivers include the Porsche Sports Cup series in Germany. For semi-professionals, there’s a choice of national Porsche Carrera Cup championships, while professionals can compete on the international stage in the Porsche Michelin Supercup.

The standard racing Porsche – the 911 GT3 Cup (Type 997) – features a range of race technologies, including a sequential gearbox. Weighing just 1,120 kg, it has a specially uprated and race-prepared flat-six engine developing 294 kW (400 bhp) from a 3.6-litre displacement. The result: thrilling performance and close-fought racing.

In 2006, the car will be run in the Porsche Carrera Cup championships and the Porsche Michelin Supercup.

The Porsche Michelin Supercup is the world’s fastest international single-make race series. A major F1 support event in Europe, Bahrain and the United States, it is watched by audiences in the hundreds of thousands. Each Supercup team runs identical, production-based 911 GT3 Cup (Type 997) cars with Michelin racing tyres and Porsche ceramic brakes (PCCB). Every race is an absorbing battle of strategic race planning and pure driving skill.

The championship is contested over a 12-race season, pitting established professionals and promising young talent against special VIP guest drivers.

Environment
The 911 is a model of precision. In terms of the environment, the results are equally compelling: fewer emissions, better economy and minimal servicing requirements.

Colours
A wide range of colours offers the option of giving your 911 an even more personalised character. The selection of standard or special paint colours, and the interior and leather finishes provide a pronounced high degree of personalisation. There are no limits to your creativity – virtually anything is possible.