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    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    TB993tt:

     Friends told me the 720s lost some of its power after the filter update

    Can you elaborate on this "filter update" ?

    Mostly the particle filter that is now mandatory. Maybe some other software adjustments to cope with the new emission standards, but that I am not sure of Smiley


    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    MKSGR:
    TB993tt:

     Friends told me the 720s lost some of its power after the filter update

    Can you elaborate on this "filter update" ?

    Mostly the particle filter that is now mandatory. Maybe some other software adjustments to cope with the new emission standards, but that I am not sure of Smiley

    Mmm never heard of that.... my service manager did an ECU update last year and said he had been given the update from his contacts at the factory and it should be quicker in the lower gears Smiley

    I would have thought this is probably BS but I didn't call him out as he's a good lad, probably just a bit giddy Smiley

    There is a good video by the Drag Times guy Brooks who data logs boost in the different gears on his 720S and it seems that the lower gears get less boost by design for traction, this is really apparent whilst driving as the acceleration gets more savage after every change hence the 0-300 in as low as 18.6s, 


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    997 GT2 2014 3.9 Mezger, 800PS @ 1.2 bar

    2018 McLaren 720S 

    993 Turbo, 2006 built 3.8, 577PS/797NM, 1440kg DIN sold to a worthy enthusiast.


    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    I think a 720 is one of the fastest car outthere - however, to compare it with a 992TTS is wrong as to me they appeal to two different group of clientele. I am also not comparing boot space , fuel efficency and acceleration time in the wet - nor 12 month "useability" - a 720 is for people who occasionally seek  a thrill - whereas a 992 is a daily banger capable of hanging on the tail of real supercars with a driver much less skilled on normal road tires....


    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    BjoernB:

    I think a 720 is one of the fastest car outthere - however, to compare it with a 992TTS is wrong as to me they appeal to two different group of clientele. I am also not comparing boot space , fuel efficency and acceleration time in the wet - nor 12 month "useability" - a 720 is for people who occasionally seek  a thrill - whereas a 992 is a daily banger capable of hanging on the tail of real supercars with a driver much less skilled on normal road

    No doubt the 992TTS will be more sure footed in winter months but the 720S is an awesome daily driver, seriously in normal mode it is like a limo with incredible supple ride but with the benefit of amazing feel compared to the Porsche, OK I'm comparing with 991.2TTS which I bought new but sold after only 750miles because I found it horribly uninvolving and it just felt heavy and not playful. Typical 992TTS buyers must surely look at second hand 720S, tthey are enticingly cheap !


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    997 GT2 2014 3.9 Mezger, 800PS @ 1.2 bar

    2018 McLaren 720S 

    993 Turbo, 2006 built 3.8, 577PS/797NM, 1440kg DIN sold to a worthy enthusiast.


    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    A big difference remains and will always favor the TTS when the final decision has to be made,  is that the car can be taken to the local boulangerie without looking out of place, be taken to any week end winter resort without any worries, can be taken to just pop into a little  town or to a small  restaurant, the local take away, the grocery store , the hard ware store  without attracting all the unwanted attention or looking like a poss. 

    720S can't be used for that , it can't be the main DD .

    As a second '' DD '' could work, as  maybe you get used to the extra  attention it draws . 

    For sure the 720 S is more special , in any way

     


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    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    Gnil:

    A big difference remains and will always favor the TTS when the final decision has to be made,  is that the car can be taken to the local boulangerie without looking out of place, be taken to any week end winter resort without any worries, can be taken to just pop into a little  town or to a small  restaurant, the local take away, the grocery store , the hard ware store  without attracting all the unwanted attention or looking like a poss. 

    720S can't be used for that , it can't be the main DD .

    As a second '' DD '' could work, as  maybe you get used to the extra  attention it draws . 

    For sure the 720 S is more special , in any way

    Can'r disagree with what you say re the 720 but I am thinking these new 992s are looking quite indiscreet especially compared to the previous 911s and the 992ttS is pretty damn flashy Smiley, on top of that they are now expensive and people kind've know that.....

     


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    997 GT2 2014 3.9 Mezger, 800PS @ 1.2 bar

    2018 McLaren 720S 

    993 Turbo, 2006 built 3.8, 577PS/797NM, 1440kg DIN sold to a worthy enthusiast.


    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    The 911 Turbo S is and always was the (almost) perfect daily driver. I drove my former R8 V10 Plus to ski resorts, I wouldn't do this in my Huracan Performante because the car sits lower and damage may result in much higher cost. I drive it in winter time though but mostly on dry roads and with winter tires. The 911 Turbo S could be used for driving to a ski resort, no doubt but as a weekend fun car, for occasional fun drives, cars like my Huracan Performante or the 720S are the much much better choice. Believe me, I had a 991.1 Turbo S and got rid of it only after 6 months of driving. It got boring so fast, this car didn't give me anything on an emotional level. Fast isn't everything I'm afraid.

    One of the reasons I never got a McLaren 720S (I was even looking at the 765LT lately...) is the sound and the fact that it lacks AWD (for me, the AWD is part of the fun because I can do things others can't). Also, I really think that a car like the 720S or 765LT makes mostly sense for the Autobahn but this is just me maybe. If you fiddle around with the traction control, the 720S can be a beast on public roads, so... Smiley I can handle the Performante's Corsa mode quite well though but more power would certainly be an issue. Again...talking public roads here, not the track.

    The 720S is a monster indeed and before I would choose a 911 Turbo S as a weekend fun car, I would always choose the 720S over it. Sorry. This is not about the looks necessarily, the new 992.1 Turbo S looks quite nice if you ask me but about the whole package, including power and maybe even sound. While the 720S doesn't sound really great, it still sounds much better than a 992.1 Turbo S. Then, there is that special feeling you get when you sit in the 720S, it is a super sportscar feel. In the 992.1 Turbo S, you get the feeling of sitting in a 911...or Taycan...or both or maybe even a Cayenne. Smiley Porsche needs to learn to visually separate the sports cars interiors from their other products if they want to keep them special.

    Personally, I found my dream car...my Performante. If I had to choose another car now, based on a performance/price/emotional ratio, I would probably get a 765LT or maybe even "only" a 600LT. McLaren has excellent offers, the only thing I do not like about them is the availability of dealerships/workshops and the rumoured reliability issues (I know this only from owners, so I could be wrong).


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    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    TB993tt:
     

    Can'r disagree with what you say re the 720 but I am thinking these new 992s are looking quite indiscreet especially compared to the previous 911s and the 992ttS is pretty damn flashy Smiley, on top of that they are now expensive and people kind've know that.....

     


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    997 GT2 2014 3.9 Mezger, 800PS @ 1.2 bar

    2018 McLaren 720S 

    993 Turbo, 2006 built 3.8, 577PS/797NM, 1440kg DIN sold to a worthy enthusiast.

    and their sight is getting rarer around here , probably because of all what you mention . My dealer still said all his allocations until fall are sold out . 

    I would definitely choose the 720 as a fun or special  car . The 992 only if money was no issue  ( price is crazy, but so is now most of the 911 range ) and I wanted it to be my main DD. 


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    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    would take 991 or 993 any day of the week. 992 is big yes


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    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    Excellent comparison Smiley Thanks for posting Smiley


    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    the-missile:

    would take 991 or 993 any day of the week. 992 is big yes

    Your post doesn't make any sense. The 992 despite being bigger will bury the 991 and 992 using any criteria you like. So what's the problem?


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    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    nberry:
    the-missile:

    would take 991 or 993 any day of the week. 992 is big yes

    Your post doesn't make any sense. The 992 despite being bigger will bury the 991 and 992 using any criteria you like. So what's the problem?

    It does make sense -  the 992 buries the prior ones in that it is big fat oversize, quite a negative


    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    watt:
    nberry:
    the-missile:

    would take 991 or 993 any day of the week. 992 is big yes

    Your post doesn't make any sense. The 992 despite being bigger will bury the 991 and 992 using any criteria you like. So what's the problem?

    It does make sense -  the 992 buries the prior ones in that it is big fat oversize, quite a negative

    If you only want to stare at it yes. Drive it and I am sure you will change your mind. I have driven a few 992's including the Turbo S and unless if you want to track it, where it was never the right car, I would say that this car is way above 991. The 992 Turbo S handles well and is bloody fast.


    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    I think it looks fantastic!


    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    tso:
    The 992 Turbo S handles well and is bloody fast.

    Smiley

    Definitively the best turbo they ever made Smiley


    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    MKSGR:
    tso:
    The 992 Turbo S handles well and is bloody fast.

    Smiley

    Definitively the best turbo they ever made Smiley


    Isn't that always the case with every new generation? Smiley


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    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    Rossi:
    MKSGR:
    tso:
    The 992 Turbo S handles well and is bloody fast.

    Smiley

    Definitively the best turbo they ever made Smiley


    Isn't that always the case with every new generation? Smiley

    Probably yes... But it is always important to find out in direct comparison to its predecessor Smiley


    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    the-missile:

    would take 991 or 993 any day of the week. 992 is big yes

    My first Porsche was a 993. It was like driving an overpowered classic Beetle. Never again. Smiley 


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    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    Rossi:
    MKSGR:
    tso:
    The 992 Turbo S handles well and is bloody fast.

    Smiley

    Definitively the best turbo they ever made Smiley


    Isn't that always the case with every new generation? Smiley

    Someone had another opinion, and hence this debate Smiley


    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    AB Sportscars Supertest:  992 Turbo S

    Sachsenring Lap Time:

    991.2 GT3 RS - 1:26.39
    McLaren 720S - 1:29, 46
    ***992 Turbo S - 1:30.48 *** (New)
    Lamborghini Huracan Evo - 1:30,94
    Ferrari 488 GTB - 1:30, 99
    991.2 Turbo S - 1:31,38
    991.1 Turbo S - 1:32,30
    992 Carrera S - 1:32,36


    Acceleration:

    0-100: 2.5s
    0-130: 3.9s
    0-160: 5.6s
    0-180: 7.0s
    0-200: 8.5s
    0-250: 14.2s
    0-300: 26.6s

    1/4 Mile: 10,34s @ 217.9 km/h

    0 - 1000m: 18.87s @ 274.1 km/h


    Braking:

    100-0 (Cold): 30.6 m
    100-0 (Warm): 30.0 m
    200-0 (Warm): 117.1 m

    Weight Distribution (F/R):

    F: 38 % (624 kg)
    R: 62 % (998 kg)

    Total Weight: 1,622 kg

     


    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    Real world 100 to 200 kph real life (Auto Top NL) test data from various cars (interesting figure for the 992 Turbo S):

    https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1YI-Q8I_rjruFLja2AU448NsNX6hCU5JQKp_4mdUR9VQ/htmlview

    Comparing it to my Huracan Performante, the 992 Turbo S is 0.04 seconds faster...from 100 to 200 kph. Not very impressive.

    From 0-250 kph, things look a little bit better for the 992 Turbo S: The 992 Turbo S is 1.03 seconds faster.  


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    RC (Germany) - Rennteam Editor Lamborghini Huracan Performante (2019), Mercedes GLC63 S AMG (2020), Mercedes C63 S AMG Cab (2019), Range Rover Evoque Si4 Black Edition (2019)

     


    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    https://youtu.be/Dt-0NVt6jSw

    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    RC:

    Real world 100 to 200 kph real life (Auto Top NL) test data from various cars (interesting figure for the 992 Turbo S):

    https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1YI-Q8I_rjruFLja2AU448NsNX6hCU5JQKp_4mdUR9VQ/htmlview

    Comparing it to my Huracan Performante, the 992 Turbo S is 0.04 seconds faster...from 100 to 200 kph. Not very impressive.

    From 0-250 kph, things look a little bit better for the 992 Turbo S: The 992 Turbo S is 1.03 seconds faster.  


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    RC (Germany) - Rennteam Editor Lamborghini Huracan Performante (2019), Mercedes GLC63 S AMG (2020), Mercedes C63 S AMG Cab (2019), Range Rover Evoque Si4 Black Edition (2019)

     

    To me still not fast enough since the Performante pushes out 630hp and the turboS is on 650 horses. Disappointing if you ask me Smiley


    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    Italo:
    RC:

    Real world 100 to 200 kph real life (Auto Top NL) test data from various cars (interesting figure for the 992 Turbo S):

    https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1YI-Q8I_rjruFLja2AU448NsNX6hCU5JQKp_4mdUR9VQ/htmlview

    Comparing it to my Huracan Performante, the 992 Turbo S is 0.04 seconds faster...from 100 to 200 kph. Not very impressive.

    From 0-250 kph, things look a little bit better for the 992 Turbo S: The 992 Turbo S is 1.03 seconds faster.  


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    RC (Germany) - Rennteam Editor Lamborghini Huracan Performante (2019), Mercedes GLC63 S AMG (2020), Mercedes C63 S AMG Cab (2019), Range Rover Evoque Si4 Black Edition (2019)

     

    To me still not fast enough since the Performante pushes out 630hp and the turboS is on 650 horses. Disappointing if you ask me Smiley

    Claim 650 / 800

    Tested 669 / 836


    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    In the same issue of AB Sportscars  they make a comparison between the Cayman GTS 4.0 and the BMW M2 CS.

    Does anyone know the conclusion?


    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    BiTurbo:

    AB Sportscars Supertest:  992 Turbo S

    Sachsenring Lap Time:

    991.2 GT3 RS - 1:26.39
    McLaren 720S - 1:29, 46
    ***992 Turbo S - 1:30.48 *** (New)
    Lamborghini Huracan Evo - 1:30,94
    Ferrari 488 GTB - 1:30, 99
    991.2 Turbo S - 1:31,38
    991.1 Turbo S - 1:32,30
    992 Carrera S - 1:32,36


    Acceleration:

    0-100: 2.5s
    0-130: 3.9s
    0-160: 5.6s
    0-180: 7.0s
    0-200: 8.5s
    0-250: 14.2s
    0-300: 26.6s

    1/4 Mile: 10,34s @ 217.9 km/h

    0 - 1000m: 18.87s @ 274.1 km/h


    Braking:

    100-0 (Cold): 30.6 m
    100-0 (Warm): 30.0 m
    200-0 (Warm): 117.1 m

    Weight Distribution (F/R):

    F: 38 % (624 kg)
    R: 62 % (998 kg)

    Total Weight: 1,622 kg

     

    They probably used Sports Plus mode (with the poor aerodynamic) for the 0-300 time. Would be interesting what the time is with correct aerodynamic settings...


    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    Italo:
    RC:

    Real world 100 to 200 kph real life (Auto Top NL) test data from various cars (interesting figure for the 992 Turbo S):

    https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1YI-Q8I_rjruFLja2AU448NsNX6hCU5JQKp_4mdUR9VQ/htmlview

    Comparing it to my Huracan Performante, the 992 Turbo S is 0.04 seconds faster...from 100 to 200 kph. Not very impressive.

    From 0-250 kph, things look a little bit better for the 992 Turbo S: The 992 Turbo S is 1.03 seconds faster.  


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    RC (Germany) - Rennteam Editor Lamborghini Huracan Performante (2019), Mercedes GLC63 S AMG (2020), Mercedes C63 S AMG Cab (2019), Range Rover Evoque Si4 Black Edition (2019)

     

    To me still not fast enough since the Performante pushes out 630hp and the turboS is on 650 horses. Disappointing if you ask me Smiley

    Is this because of the extra weight of the Turbo compared to the Performante?


    Re: OFFICIAL: New Porsche 911 Turbo S (2020)

    So I built a blue/blue/blue turbo S Cab w a couple performance options [pasm and sport exhaust] only and it's $222,000 USD.  Why bother.  It'll depreciate 70K$ overnight as well.  I'll stick w the Touring


     
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