Guys, it is true, not Porsche "propaganda". The 997 Turbo Facelift does indeed 0-200 kph in around 11 seconds or slightly under.
From 0-100 kph, the Turbo Facelift is almost unbeatable.
Porsche has perfected the collaboration of PDK, 4WD, traction management, etc., this car is REALLY that fast.
On the other hand, it looses the advantage in the higher speed range over 240 kph.
We tested it compared to a 997 Turbo pre-facelift RUF 550 Tiptronic.
From 0-100 kph, the FL Turbo beats the RUF 550 Tiptronic. The acceleration with launch control is amazing, you hardly can do this with the RUF 550 Tip, the FL Turbo is a car length ahead when both cars hit 100 kph. Due to the more spontaneous reaction of the launch control.
From 0-200 kph, the FL Turbo is slightly faster, around half a car length (we did test if from 100 to 200 kph because it was easier).
At speeds over 240 kph, the RUF 550 Tip gains a lot and at 300 kph, the RUF 550 Tip is around 60-70 meters (not measured, just a guess) ahead of the FL Turbo.
All speed measurements have been done using the Performance Box with GPS.
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RC (Germany) - Rennteam Editor 997 Turbo, BMW X5 M (03/2010), BMW M3 Cab DKG, Mini Cooper S JCW