Year: 2005-2008

As 997 Carrera but with drive to all four wheels via a multi-disc viscous coupling, that transferred between five and 40 percent of traction to the front wheels, as required. 44mm wider at the rear than the Carrera to allow for wider wheels.

Total 911 Rating:

Capacity: 3596cc
Compression ratio: 11.8:1
Maximum power: 325bhp at 6800rpm
Maximum torque: 370Nm at 4250rpm
Brakes: Front: 318mm discs; rear: 299mm discs
Wheels & Tyres: Front: 18x8J, 235/40ZR18. Rear: 18x11J, 295/35ZR18
Length: 4427mm
Width: 1808mm
Weight: 1450kg
0-60mph: 5.1 sec
Top speed: 174mph

Year: 2008-

Revised as per Carrera but with larger 3.8-litre engine – again, fewer components and Direct Fuel Injection. Engine stroke reduced from 82.8mm to 77.5mm, while the bore up by 3mm to 102mm, to reduce capacity by 24cc to exactly 3800cc.

Total 911 Rating:

Capacity: 3800cc
Compression ratio: 12.5:1
Maximum power: 385bhp at 6500rpm
Maximum torque: 420Nm at 4400rpm
Brakes: Front: 330mm discs; rear: 330mm discs
Wheels & Tyres: Front: 19x8J, 235/35ZR19. Rear: 19x11J, 295/30ZR19
Length: 4435mm
Width: 1808mm
Weight: 1510kg (coupe)
0-60mph: 4.7 sec
Top speed: 188mph