Porsche Carrera GT

Technical excellence.

Porsche Carrera GT
Porsche Carrera GT
It is enough to know that it is German engineering to understand that it is the fruit of years of development. The Carrera GT was introduced on the market in 2004 and its production was discontinued in mid-2005 due to changes in US airbag regulations.

The Porsche Carrera GT was a bestseller. Porsche announced a limited production of 1,000 cars, which eventually reached 1,270 units. More than half were exported to the United States, leaving only seven percent in Germany.

The Porsche Carrera GT not only stands out for its 605 hp V10 engine, but incorporates state-of-the-art technology such as traction control, 15-inch ceramic brakes and a rear spoiler that rises when the vehicle exceeds 112 km/h.

In terms of aesthetics it can be said to be extremely neutral, meaning it does not innovate but reflects a modern look with design elements that familiarize you with other Porsche models.

An important factor to note is that the Carrera GT competed on the market with the Ferrari Enzo, with similar technical characteristics but much more expensive. While this Porsche was worth about $450,000, a Ferrari Enzo spent $600,000 in price.

Technical specifications of Porsche Carrera GT

  • Central engine 10 cylinders
  • 5,700 cm3 cylinder capacity
  • 40 valves (DOHC)
  • 605 hp @ 5.750 rpm
  • Limit: 8,400 rpm
  • 6-speed manual gearbox
  • Rear wheel drive

  • 0 to 100 km/h in 3,8 s

  • ¼ mile: 11.4 s
  • Top speed: 330 km/h

Dimensions of the Porsche Carrera GT

  • Length: 4612 mm
  • Height: 1166 mm
  • Width: 1921 mm
  • Wheelbase: 2730 mm
  • Wheel rim diameter: 19” - 20”
  • Weight: 1380 kg.

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