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When did I say anything about the 458 not matching a Carrera S?? I do believe the 458 cant match a GT3RS or RS 4.0 though...and I know people who own both that would swear to this. |
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10-08-2012, 09:13 AM | #134 | |
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I know that you despise Obama as much as I do and I know the Porsches you have owned Greg. You fell for my "questioning" on what Porsches you (or your father, save for the CaymanS) have owned and the "Obama" comment hook, line and sinker. If you would just stop being such a Porsche fanboi, all would be ok. It's the reason you have been banned from here before under different user names. Its a damn shame too because when you aren't suckling on the Porsche teet, you offer some good insight on the M3 (i.e. exhaust, wheels, etc.). |
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10-08-2012, 10:44 AM | #136 | |
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And furthermore, those ARE the Porsche I HAVE owned. 996 911 was a college graduation present and bought the 996 turbo cab a couple years ago as a summer car. Wouldnt expect you to know that though. Wether you can see it or not, I do enjoy the M3...it has been one of THE most enjoyable cars of the many I have owned. I already have a deposit on the F3/8x already too. |
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10-08-2012, 10:58 AM | #137 | |
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Perhaps your overwhelming affinity for Porsche, and your posts indicating such, overshadows any positive posts you have made here on this forum for BMW M3's. The jury is still out for me on the new M3/M4. Not sold on the looks of the F8x. |
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10-08-2012, 01:04 PM | #138 |
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I test drove a fully-loaded 991 C2S on Saturday. honestly, I wasn't too impressed. It seems to have lost much of the excitement that has always been typical of 911's. It feels noticeably bigger and more stable, and while that will appeal to 95% of Porsche buyers (as will the unnecessarily large 20" wheels coming standard on the S), it was a disappointment to me. no question that this is due to the wider front track and longer wheelbase (though I must say that turn-in is much improved). steering feel was also unfavorable. however, the optional sport exhaust sounds sensational (very crackly on downshifts).
while I have no question that this will be a home-run car for Porsche, personally, I'd take a 997 over it and spend the change on track days. I, for one, loved my 997 for its go-kart-like dynamics and feeling of nervousness driving near the limit - it made you feel much more alive. |
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10-09-2012, 07:21 PM | #139 |
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I can't understand how some of you are unimpressed with this car...lol.
Do you realize how fast 7:38 is....especially compared to the cars that run that time??? http://www.autoblog.com/2012/10/07/p...-time-w-video/ Sorry, I can't get it to embed. Video here: |
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10-10-2012, 08:08 AM | #141 | |
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As someone who has owned both 911s and a Cayman S, the 991 IMO much more closely drives like a Cayman S now...I dont know a single person whos even been dissapointed in the handling and planted feeling of a cayman s...only that in the 991's case you have a very fast car rather than just a quick car. I can understand how some people dont like that its now easier to drive, but all in all, what it brings to the table is astonishing given the 'paper stats' (read significant overachiever). |
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10-10-2012, 12:35 PM | #142 |
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There is no way a 991 Carrera S will keep up with a 458, LFA, ZR1 or current rev of a GTR. That video is Porsche produced propaganda. All of the cars mentioned in Autoblog have had considerably faster 'ring times when their manufacturers were running laps. Its really apples and oranges to compare a manufacturers ring time to an independent magazines results.
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10-10-2012, 12:54 PM | #143 | |
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Just for comparo, all done by sport auto GT3 RS 4.0 - 7:30 2011 GTR - 7:36 458 Italia - 7:38 LFA -7:38 991S - 7:44 Corvette ZR-1: 7:38 Lexus LFA: 7:38 Few others for comparison as well: SLS AMG: 7:40 Ferrari F430 Scuderia: 7:40 Mercedes MacLaren SLR: 7:42 Lamborghini LP-670 Super veloce: 7:42 Lamborghini Gallardo Superleggera: 7:46 Looks like it keeps up damn well (and better than some much higher hp cars) especially considering these were done on different days with different tires. Considering the 991S has at least 100 hp less than all the other cars says a lot about the chasis and what its capable of so, again, it does keep up. |
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No, it's not. The E92 M3 was timed at 8.05 on street tires. Haven't seen the 991 time but I can guarantee you it isn't 7.38. However, it is still likely about 20 seconds faster which is still a lot, though it will be interesting to see how the f82 does as that's a fairer comparison with regard to age.
The P-car should still edge it, but I'd bet it's down to around 12 seconds or so difference which is pretty good for something with four seats and a trunk. |
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10-10-2012, 01:43 PM | #146 | |
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Let me repeat: There is no way a 991 Carrera S keeps up with any of those cars. You're cherry picking data. My GTR would absolutely destroy the 991 Carrera S in any condition. If you compare manfacturers 'ring times it isn't even close. The ZR1 I believe is around 7:19, the GTR is around 7:24, LFA was 7:14 with 'ring package, etc. Watch Tiff run them head to head: Not. Even. Close.
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My reference was with regards to spirited street driving. I don't have a Nurburgring near where I live
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10-10-2012, 02:19 PM | #148 | |
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There are 2 Ring times for the 991S posted in this thread. One at 7:38 and the other 7:44, so yes, again, this car is right in the high 7:3X to low 7:4X range. Something no other car with even close to 400 hp has been able to accomplish. Either way, its a good 20-25 seconds faster than our e9X m3s and faster than any production BMW...closest being the m3 GTS at 7:48. Even the new M3 coming within 12 seconds is a huge way off...but again different cars for different purposes. I doubt the new C63, rs4, etc or the likes will match it. |
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I love the 991s but couldn't get past the wind buffeting at high speeds, inability to fit an 18 in wheel and high cost. For the cost of a 991s with performance options only I was able to purchase a 2010 GT3RS with 4000 miles and cpo for nearly 4 years.
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nice carl. you got into the gt3rs! im headed to pacific tomorrow. supposed to rain though.
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I am about the get the new (991) C4S for DD. Still not entirely convinced that I need it or I am doing the right thing. It will be $80K after trading in the M3. Just not sure. Thought about waiting for the turbo, but that would be even more. |
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10-12-2012, 02:51 AM | #153 |
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I bought a 2010 gt3 last weekend and having second thoughts in my purchase. While its an amazing car, it's extremely loud and uncomfortable and quite honestly not looking for attention from cops or anyone else. I am seriously considering buying a fully optioned 991 s and will most likely be putting on my gt3 for sale. It's anyone is interested and has the money please send me a pm and let's talk.
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