Jump to content

Welcome to RennTech.org Community, Guest

There are many great features available to you once you register at RennTech.org
You are free to view posts here, but you must log in to reply to existing posts, or to start your own new topic. Like most online communities, there are costs involved to maintain a site like this - so we encourage our members to donate. All donations go to the costs operating and maintaining this site. We prefer that guests take part in our community and we offer a lot in return to those willing to join our corner of the Porsche world. This site is 99 percent member supported (less than 1 percent comes from advertising) - so please consider an annual donation to keep this site running.

Here are some of the features available - once you register at RennTech.org

  • View Classified Ads
  • DIY Tutorials
  • Porsche TSB Listings (limited)
  • VIN Decoder
  • Special Offers
  • OBD II P-Codes
  • Paint Codes
  • Registry
  • Videos System
  • View Reviews
  • and get rid of this welcome message

It takes just a few minutes to register, and it's FREE

Contributing Members also get these additional benefits:
(you become a Contributing Member by donating money to the operation of this site)

  • No ads - advertisements are removed
  • Access the Contributors Only Forum
  • Contributing Members Only Downloads
  • Send attachments with PMs
  • All image/file storage limits are substantially increased for all Contributing Members
  • Option Codes Lookup
  • VIN Option Lookups (limited)

New 2010 Porsche Turbo driven!


jools360

Recommended Posts

I had the very good fortune to be able to drive the stunning new Porsche 3.8L Turbo at the World Press Launch at the Estoril Circuit in Portugal. Man, what a car! The 7 speed PDK gearbox worked beautifully, and the launch control was simply mind blowing. I managed to record the 0-200km/h with launch control at the track with a Video VBOX (in-car video system with data overlay Video VBOX website), so I got some great video and all of the figures. 0-60 in 3.2s! Amazing.

I also did a number of laps around the circuit, and the new PTV system (Porsche Torque Vectoring) worked a treat and the turn in was simply stunning. The engine is now 3.8 Litres and running with direct injection and a Porsche version of a dry sump. Combined with the Variable Geometry turbo, the extra capacity and efficiency means the boost is only 0.8bar in normal use, so the turbo lag is now virtually non-existent. In Sports Plus mode it has extra torque, a total of 700Nm (516 lb/ft), and the acceleration out of the corners was staggering. The new paddles were a welcome addition, and the 7 speed PDK system worked fantastically with the Turbo engine.

Quite simply an incredible car, I've driven the GT-R as well, but this is in a different league. Here is a picture I took:

newporscheturbo.jpg

Edited by Loren
Made YouTube video show
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Don't feel bad! Thanks for posting the pics of the new Turbo and your experience. I loved it! :D

:welcome:

Do not worry about it, one of the moderators, (Loren?) will put it where it belongs.

Impressive video.

With all respect Loren.

Ed

Link to comment
Share on other sites

  • 3 weeks later...

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

We have placed cookies on your device to help make this website better. You can adjust your cookie settings, otherwise we'll assume you're okay to continue.