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Italy and Germany go head-to-head as two distinct supercar philosophies clash on the drag strip in a Carwow showdown. It’s turbocharged power versus naturally aspirated precision in a three-part test: quarter-mile drag, rolling race, and braking challenge. The Maserati MC20 brings a 3.0L twin-turbo V6 engine to the table, mounted...
The Big Guns Go Head to Head “Supercar drag races don’t get much better than this! We’ve brought together a Lamborghini Aventador SVJ, a Porsche 911 Turbo S & a McLaren 720S to go head-to-head over the quarter-mile! So let’s check out the stats. Starting with the ever-reliable Porsche, it’s powered by...
In this video, Mat Watson from carwow takes a closer look at the incredible Porsche 911 Dakar, an off-road modified version of the Carrera 4 GTS. With a raised suspension, retro-styled alloys, and a carbon fibre spoiler, this car is built for adventure. Inside, you’ll find bespoke driving modes, durable...
A mixed of fear, adrenaline, excitement, and complete enjoyment is what you’ll experience, especially if you ride shotgun in a Porsche 911 GT3 going full throttle around the infamous Nürburgring circuit. That is the case with this video here courtesy of Misha Charoudin on YouTube, as he drives a Porsche...
Porsche celebrated the 60th anniversary of the iconic 911 with a new special edition called the 911 S/T . Honoring the performance-focused 911 ST from 1969, this modern iteration combines 911 GT3 RS elements with the 911 GT3 Touring Package body, featuring specially developed lightweight components. Power is delivered by...
Which Is Better? Do you have around £85,000 on your next car? Then look no further… We’ve brought together the BMW M3 Competition and the Porsche 911 Carrera to find out which car you should go for! When it comes to performance, both of these cars easily offer more than...
Evolution at its best The Porsche 911 GT3 has broken the mould in recent years. Not by developing cutting edge new technology or integrating complicated hybrid systems, but by staying true to what made the original so brilliant. For petrol heads, it’s a last of the breed and one that...
Despite not being designed for high-speed runs, the 992 GT3 RS can impressively achieve remarkable speeds in a straight line, as proven by Sport Auto’s top-speed test on this rear-engined Porsche from Zuffenhausen. With the ability to rev up to 9,000 RPM, the driver can experience the glorious sound that...
Brabus has earned a reputation as a top tuning company, known for delivering consistent, manufacturer-level modifications. Under the leadership of the founder’s sons, the company has expanded its focus beyond Mercedes to now include Porsche, Rolls-Royce, and even motorcycles. In a recent carwow drag race, three powerful Brabus creations were...
PistonHeads Compares Two Great Sports Cars The new Porsche 911 has grown in size and is heavier than ever. So does it still thrill and entertain the way a true 911 should? In this video, PistonHeads’ Dan Prosser answers that question and wonders if for the same money, you’d be better...
The debut of the Porsche 911 Dakar late last year stirred immense excitement in the automotive world. Based on the 911 Carrera GTS, the 911 Dakar is propelled by a 3.0-liter flat-six engine. This twin-turbocharged powerplant generates an impressive 473 horsepower. Featuring all-wheel-drive as a standard feature, the car accelerates...
Take My Money A special surprise for us on day of Goodwood as we arrived at Porsche’s secret location outside of the FOS. After our last video of the GT3 on track, I simply couldn’t resist the opportunity to drive the new 992 Touring PDK on the road! And spoiler:...
Is the base 911 Carrera a better buy than the Carrera S? The new 992 version of the 911 is the most technologically advanced yet but is the regular 385bhp Porsche Carrera actually a better buy than the 450bhp Carrera S? You save £11,500 by going for the regular 911...
Two decades after Porsche debuted its first GT3 RS, the 992-generation continues the legacy as a formidable track machine. At its core is a naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-six, revving to an exhilarating 9,000 rpm and producing 525 horsepower. Power is delivered to the rear wheels through a 7-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung...
A drag race involving off-roaders may not usually be very thrilling. However, both the Porsche 911 Dakar and Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato, recognized as off-road performance icons, have gained fame for their performance on asphalt and tracks. With raised suspensions and impressive off-road capabilities, they have redefined their potential for performance....
To mark the 60th anniversary of the legendary 911, Porsche introduced a unique edition model, the 911 S/T. Inspired by the original performance-driven 911 ST from 1969, this modern version blends features from the 911 GT3 RS with the styling of the 911 GT3 Touring Package, enhanced with specially crafted lightweight components....
The GT3 lineage began with the 996 generation and has since evolved into some of the most exhilarating cars ever built. The 996 GT3, launched in 1999, marked a significant departure for Porsche. It was the first 911 to use a water-cooled flat-six engine, moving away from the traditional air-cooled...
The Porsche 992 Dakar is a car that pays homage to Porsche’s victorious history in the Paris-Dakar rally, where they clinched victory with the Porsche 953. This model, produced in a limited run of 2,500 units, celebrates that historic win and embodies Porsche’s legacy in rallying. Recently, Harry Metcalfe from...