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2013 Porsche 911 Turbo Convertible


 
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Now that Porsche officially unveiled the new generation 911 Turbo Coupe it’s time to focus on the convertible version that is set to arrive a few months later. As no surprise, the convertible version will feature the same design language and technology features as the coupe version.

The new-generation 911 Turbo is the widest model of entire 911 lineup, as it is about 28 mm (1.10 inches) wider than the 911 Carrera 4. Additionally, it receives a new all-wheel-drive system, active rear-axle steering and adaptive aerodynamics.

Up front, the new 911 Turbo Convertible receives a new front fascia with redesigned headlamps and larger air intakes, new full-LED headlights that feature four-point daytime running lights. For the rear, you will see new taillights and a new exhaust system with four tailpipes. The convertible version will also feature a soft top that allows buyers to cruise with the top down.

Under the hood, the 911 Turbo Convertible receives a turbocharged 3.8-liter six-cylinder engine that delivers a total of 520 horsepower in the standard model and 560 horsepower in the S version.

Updated 05/10/2013: Today we have a new rendering for you, inspired by the new generation 911 Turbo Coupe revealed the other days. Enjoy!


Competitors

Audi R8 V10 Spyder

The Audi R8 V10 Spyder was unveiled in 2008 and for the 2013 model year, it received a small revision. The model received a new single-frame grille, a new bumper and a new carbon-fiber front splitter. The entire lineup received new headlamps with LED technology.

Under the hood, the R8 V10 received a hand-built 5.2-liter V-10 engine that delivers a total of 525 horsepower and 391 pound-feet of torque. With this updates the R8 V10 will sprint from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.8 seconds with a top speed of 193.25 mph.

Audi priced the R8 V10 Spyder at $164,700 for the manual version and at $173,800 for the S tronic version.

Aston Martin Vantage V12 Roadster

The V12 Vantage is powered by a 6.0-liter V-12 engine producing 510 horsepower and 420 pound-feet of torque. This amount of power is just enough to sprint the car from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.2 seconds and up to a top speed of 190 mph.

Porsche will have to relax as Aston Martin decided is time to drop the V12 Vantage.




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Year:2013
Horsepower @ RPM:560
0-60 time:3.1 sec.
Top Speed:197 mph


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