Porsche 911

Info and buying advice on the Porsche 911: since 1963

Porsche 911 - legendary and timeless sports car

Register NOW, participate & see less ads

Porsche 992

Porsche 992: since 2019

Clicks

17M

Posts

87k

87k

Porsche 992 GT3 - Fakten und Spekulatives
Doktore An hour ago
Porsche 991

Porsche 991: 2012-2018

Clicks

45M

Posts

200k

200k

Warum nicht mal einen Targa?!
Jagporsch 2 hours ago
Porsche 997

Porsche 997: 2004-2012

Clicks

67M

Posts

276k

276k

Alles zum 997 GT3/RS
hidrive1 An hour ago
Porsche 996

Porsche 996: 1997-2006

Clicks

57M

Posts

224k

224k

Porsche 996 Kaufberatung
FI53i 2 hours ago
Porsche 993

Porsche 993: 1993-1997

Clicks

13M

Posts

48k

48k

993 endloser Bilder Thread
94er993c2 Saturday, 11:39 am
Porsche 964

Porsche 964: 1988-1994

Clicks

23M

Posts

79k

79k

Kunststoffbehälter im Kofferraum
B 202 3 hours ago
Porsche 911 G

Porsche 911 G: 1973 - 1989

Clicks

47M

Posts

172k

172k

Carrera 3,2 Ölwechsel
sj996 An hour ago
Porsche 911 F

Porsche 911 F: 1965 - 1973

Clicks

5.2M

Posts

17k

17k

Bremsscheiben 2,2 T,
Ruf CTR Friday, 11:22 pm

Mark All as Read

Forum: Themen zu Porsche 911

There are no threads in this forum at the moment.

Porsche 911

Table of contents

The Porsche 911 myth
The 911 is a driving legend
Porsche DNA: What are the typical features of the Porsche 911?
911: Timeless design in eight generations
Porsche 911 Forum: Discussions, info and buying advice

The Porsche 911 myth

It is considered a cult object, a sports car par excellence and the centerpiece of the Porsche brand, the Porsche 911. In the meantime, eight generations of car fans associate the 911 with the epitome of sportiness and elegance. For many, it is more than just a car. It is It is the expression of a lifestyle and a passion for racing made flesh. There is probably no other vehicle in the world that has been as popular and admired for as long as the classic car. and admired for as long as the classic from the sports car manufacturer in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen. The Porsche 911 stands for continuous development and traditional racing car culture at the same time. What accounts for this prominent position in the world of car brands? How explains the 911 legend, where does the "Porsche virus" come from that infects many and never lets go? Since the Porsche as Type 901 was unveiled for the first time at the International Motor Show in 1963, mobile competitors have been measuring themselves against it. Porsche set the bar with this car - and the automaker set it high. All the successor models mirror the 911 more or less intensively. It is, so to speak, the basis on which all other Porsches from this model series are based. No matter which vehicle type to be compared with other manufacturers, the 911 is recognizable in every Porsche. Thus, every Porsche is always the sportiest vehicle in its type class. sportiest vehicle. The design and philosophy of the Porsche 911 are unmistakably laid out in every model. The Porsche. 911 is a two+two-seater, which means it has two seats and two emergency seats. Its 6-cylinder boxer engine sits in the rear of the vehicle - a classic design principle that continues series after series and was already evident in the early developments, the VW Beetle and the Porsche 356. Since 1989, 911s with all-wheel drive (Carrera 4) were also offered. The Body varies: There is the 911 as a convertible, coupe and targa, as well as a roadster-like model in a small series. This variant of the vehicle was called the Speedster. Another characteristic: the ignition key is inserted to the left of the steering wheel. inserted. Since time immemorial, Porsche engineers have said, "You can do whatever you want to the 911, but leave it as it is."

The 911 is a driving legend

The driving legend is still the most successful sports car in the world. Over one million 911 vehicles have been built to date. The innovative strength of Porsche's engineers remains unbroken. Each new model sets new standards in terms of technology and design. The attraction also arises from the apparent contradictions that the 911 combines. Sporty elegance and practical everyday suitability combine in the are no more mutually exclusive than design and functionality, innovation and tradition, exclusivity and acceptance in large parts of and acceptance in large sections of society. So the 911 somehow always goes. Or as Ferdinand Porsche, nicknamed "Ferry" Porsche, once summed it up: "The 911 is the only car that can take you from an African safari to Le Mans, then to the theater and then to the streets of New York." The engineers were always inspired and inspired by their experience on the racetrack. racetrack. Here, the performance principle was exhausted and innovations were extensively tested. At the same time, it continued to write racing car history with an impressive record. About two-thirds of all race victories with a Porsche were driven in with a 911.

The 911 is a cult for many car fans. In his book about the 911, Welt editor-in-chief Ulf Poschardt even speaks of a "cultural icon." But what is the secret recipe of the Porsche 911? How can we explain why the 911, of all cars, has achieved such an almost mystical status and other and other comparable vehicles do not. The answer to this question can only be an approximation. Perhaps the principle of "less is more" is the closest approach to an explanation. The 911 is classic in every respect: design, feel, sound - it all fits in with the times in every series. fits in with the times in every model series. Only a few vehicles manage to do that. People from all walks of life, from millionaires to schoolboys, associate the 911 with from millionaires to schoolboys, associate the 911 with the same dreams and ideas. Time and again, the vehicle generates the same mixture of admiration and astonishment, even if it is only a par astonishment, even when it's just parked. Heads reliably turn and mouths remain open when the engine roars and the car rapidly picks up speed at breakneck speed. Drive past a Porsche 911 on the autobahn once with little boys in the car. Or even better: Let a Porsche 911 overtake you. You will immediately know what is meant. The Porsche 911 attracts very different people. its spell. What they have in common is their deliberate individualism, which they express outwardly by owning a Porsche. Over the decades, the 911 has The 911 has succeeded in remaining a symbol of this individualism for decades, even though its high sales figures speak a different language. At the same time at the same time, the Porsche 911 is a constant reflection of social debates. It is often used as a symbol of cold capitalism. The vehicle functions both as an image of the enemy and as a projection screen for unfulfilled desires. But this view limits the impact of the Porsche to just one small aspect. to only one small aspect. This interpretation does not do justice to the vehicle, its history and the fascination it has for broad sections of the population. does not do justice.

Porsche DNA: What are the typical features of the Porsche 911?

The unmistakable face of the 911, its basic shape, has hardly changed to this day. The design is a fixed factor. It results from recurring features that are present throughout every variant of the 911. Porsche itself speaks of the "Porsche DNA." These include

the characteristic side lines and
the typical fastback,
the special shape of the side letters as well
the front, free-standing fenders and
the flat front hood.

These design elements, in their interplay, make up the typical look of the sports car. They can be found in all 911 models. The Origin of this design lies in the 1930s. At that time, the streamlined shape went into series production with the Volkswagen "Beetle". The Porsche designers made the Type 64 the original form of the Porsche design language in 1939. It went into production in 1948 as the Porsche 356. Whoever of the 911 automatically thinks of this typical shape, developed by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche. It is the unmistakable constant of the model and accounts for a large part of its uniqueness.

911: Timeless design in eight generations

The design of this vehicle is timeless and is even considered the "ideal measure in sports car design". The driving dynamics remain a reference for Sports cars. It is therefore rightly true that every Porsche contains a piece of the 911, whose characteristic lines remain recognizable. Porsche now counts eight different models of the 911:

Porsche 911 F (1963-1973)
Porsche 911 G (1973-1989)
Porsche 964 (1988-1994)
Porsche 993 (1993-1998)
Porsche 996 (1997-2006)
Porsche 997 (2004-2012)
Porsche 991 (2011-2018)
Porsche 992 (since 2019)

Porsche never wanted to be fashionable with these models, but technically ahead. And that is also the manufacturer's motto for current and future Porsche generations. Quite deliberately, the newer models of the 911 tie in with the long tradition and design culture. But this poses a special challenge for the designers. Here, the focus is on the details. Even the smallest changes have an impact on the overall appearance, because the basic shape is so well-balanced. At the same time, further development should also be reflected in the design.

Porsche 911 Forum: Discussions, info and buying advice

The PFF is a platform for fans of the 911, for drivers, friends and those who want to become one. Who could better convey the 911 feeling than than those who regularly sit behind the wheel, gather experience and pass it on? Feel the physics firsthand, test the limits of performance experience driving dynamics and enjoy driving - that's what the members of the PFF do and they let others share in it. Here you can also helpful tips for repair needs, tricks and hints, helpful contacts or advice for buying a 911. And there always find entertaining stories of rides in the 911, whether on the racetrack or in the supermarket parking lot.

Image: Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG

Forum: Themen zu Porsche 911

Display Options

Porsche 911

The Porsche 911 myth

The 911 is a driving legend

Porsche DNA: What are the typical features of the Porsche 911?

911: Timeless design in eight generations

Porsche 911 Forum: Discussions, info and buying advice