2007 Porsche 911 Turbo

Porsche has successfully designed yet another impressive sports car that is not only beautiful to look at, but also easy to drive and incredibly fast. The 2007 Porsche 911 Turbo is the sixth generation of the 911 model, and it is both functional and stylish. The electronically controlled all-wheel-drive system and styling have received complete overhauls, resulting in a superior vehicle that is perfect for the road or the racetrack.

Variable Turbine Geometry

One of the highlights of the 2007 Porsche 911 Turbo is the variable turbine geometry (VTG) for the exhaust gas turbocharger on the vehicle’s power unit. Innovative aerospace-grade materials allow the turbocharged gasoline engine to operate efficiently and safely, even in very high temperatures. VTG increases the 3.6-litre engine’s output from 420 to 480 horsepower by utilizing an advanced control algorithm and by better controlling the exhaust gas flow. Regardless of the engine speed, VTG directs the air in the appropriate direction and angle in relation to the adjustable turbine blades. The revolutionary design also increases the maximum torque from 415 to 460 lb/ft.

Design

Numerous changes have been made to the styling of this impressive sports car. Changes to the 2007 Porsche 911 Turbo’s front end include fog lights that are deep set and widely spaced, LED indicators that appear in the air inlets and cooling air inlets that are drawn very tightly.

The changes to the rear of the 911 Turbo include a tail that is 0.9 inches wider than the one found on the previous model. The wing spoiler slopes downward and has been restructured to fit the wider profile. It is designed to rise automatically as soon as the driver exceeds 120 km/h. Behind the doors, you will find redesigned large lateral air inlets. They do a better job of cooling air to the intercoolers thanks also to the new air ducts introduced in this particular model.

Speed

Porsches are known for their speedy performance, and the Porsche 911 Turbo is no exception. This sports vehicle can reach impressive speeds of 0 to 100 mph in a mere 7.8 seconds. Reaching 0 to 30 mph takes only 1.1 seconds which is an amazing feat. The standard 911 Turbo is incredibly fast and includes a six-speed manual transmission. However, you need to purchase the Tiptronic S five-speed automatic transmission option if you want to obtain maximum performance and soar past the 191-mph mark.

Sports Chrono Package

If you a true speed demon and are searching for an extra adrenaline rush, you may want to consider purchasing the extra sports chrono package. This option will allow drivers to gain a brief boost of power and speed once they engage the Sport button. The turbocharger boost pressure is increased when the vehicle is operating under full throttle and mid-range engine speeds. Specifically, the torque is increased by 45 lb/ft (60 Nm) to an impressive 505 lb/ft (680 Nm). Just imagine the fun you can have if you decide to overtake another vehicle and show others how this remarkable supercar can perform!

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