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Discussion in 'Porsche' started by mdj89, Feb 11, 2011.

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  1. mdj89

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    #1 mdj89, Feb 11, 2011
    Why do porsche owners rather have a 997 carrera s over a 997 turbo. Is it becouse of the pure performance of a porsche being able to hear the engine sound at full throttle, and the 997 turbo just hearing a turbo wistle?
     
  2. rkuo

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    #2 rkuo, Feb 11, 2011
    Well, it IS cheaper. ;) Also, the wing is a bit more aggressive on the turbo. Just depends on your priorities.
     
  3. blackcamaro

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    #3 blackcamaro, Feb 11, 2011
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    I am not a owner but have driven quite a few different variants of 911's. I love the pull of the Turbo's but truthfully it is too much for the street and I find the N/A cars more enjoyable to drive. I find you are able to use more of the car and it just makes for a greater overall experience. Turbo's are great for 20 minutes for that pure power rush but overall I would take a C2S.

    I haven't had a chance to drive a GT3 or GT2. I feel the GT3 would be the ultimate sports car.
     
  4. GuyIncognito

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    #4 GuyIncognito, Feb 11, 2011
    cost is a big issue....

    and frankly, as much fun as too much power is, you just can't use it very often on the street (same goes for the GT3/GT3RS/GT2, etc).

    plus I like the simpler looks and less complicated mechanicals of the standard Carrera.
     
  5. photonut

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    #5 photonut, Feb 11, 2011
    one could change the pipes on a turbo 911 to give a louder sound!
     
  6. Carnut

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    #6 Carnut, Feb 12, 2011
    Because a turbo is AWD, and AWD should be banned in a sports car. Now a turbo converted to RWD, that's a different story.
     
  7. HH11

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    #7 HH11, Feb 12, 2011
    I guess thats why they make the GT2(same setup you mentioned, RWD Turbo). The problem with that car is that its too much power for most drivers to handle.
     
  8. kosmo

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    #8 kosmo, Feb 12, 2011
    a c2s is lighter and in most driving situations i prefer the non turbo. Sound didnt have anything do w/ it, at least for me anyway.
     
  9. SKXF430

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    #9 SKXF430, Feb 12, 2011
    The pricing is a big issue. A fully loaded turbo can push over $175k in cabrio form. There are so many other car choices at that price point.

    A lot of people don't like the way a turbo handles with the 4wd compared with a 2wd Carrera S.

    Also, a turbo doesn't really sound all that great even with an aftermarket exhaust system. Just a lot more hissing and raspy noise. A naturally aspirated GT3/RS just sounds so much better and is such a good drivers car.

    If I were only cruising on the freeways than a turbo could make a lot of sense.
     
  10. Simon^2

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    #10 Simon^2, Feb 13, 2011
    Anxiously waiting to see the new generation 991/998 C2s Cabriolet...

    If early reports are true,... a Panamera inspired interior and more rear seat legroom... this may be a realistic alternative for a nice daily driver capable of accomodating the family.
     
  11. leead1

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    #11 leead1, Feb 13, 2011
    I have owned two new 911's and currently own an older 2002 Turbo 911 which I bought at mecum auction a month or so ago.

    Setting the cost aside the reason I stayed away from Turbo is the all wheel drive. It made the car stiff to drive compared to the base model. The base car is a wonderful automobile.

    The only reason I bought my current turbo was an implulse buy at the auction.

    As someone pointed out they are very quick but in my mind that is what throttles are for. So I think it is a plus

    Not many cars quicker a Mosler for sure and maybe a ZR1.

    Good luck whatever you buy

    Lee
     

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