dxpetrov:

I would much rather see Porsche filling up that ''Ferrari 458-competitor-void'' than waste time on things like this which contradicts their sport heritage. All these front engined GTs are usually put against the 911s all the time and get spanked in every category on and on again. 

I think the two categories are not mutually exclusive. They will appeal to different buyers or some will choose to have both. A front engined GT can be a successor to the fabulous 928 and therefore well within the Porsche ethos.

As to the 911,  even the 991 will be too "raw" for some potential buyers who would prefer to sacrifice some sportiness (but not much) for long distance comfort and more cosseting. Having seen what Porsche achieved with the Panamera, a 2 door coupe would be a superb Porsche.


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"Form follows function"