In Focus, Issue 4, 2010
In Focus, Issue 4, 2010
Issue 4, 2010
True To Myself:
The 911 Edition Style
Dear Porsche enthusiasts
exterior mirror trims and front and engine, there is the optional Max. Power 254 kW (345 hp) 254 kW (345 hp)
The good news: all 188 are available exclusively in China. air intake grilles. Equipped with upgrade to the Sport Chrono
Top Speed
0-100 km/h
287 km/h
4.7 s
287 km/h
4.9 s
dynamic 19-inch Turbo II wheels, Package Plus. Fuel Consumption (I/100 km)* 9.8 9.9
CO2 Emission (g/km) 230 233
or with the classic 18-inch Carrera * Fuel consumption figures are for combined average
IV optional wheels, this is a model Interior of urban and extra-urban driving
Clarity. Technology
A typical 911 6-cylinder flat engine in light metal gives the benefit
The new of lower fuel consumption while packing more power than the
911
911 Carrera S range.
Design
Speedster convertible top compartment lid
The 911 Speedster’s black gloss windscreen frame is raked back by
Carrera 4 cm, giving it a sleeker, lower-slung appearance and making the driving
GTS
911 SPEEDSTER PDK
experience more open, more immediate. Retaining its signature classic Engine 6 cylinder boxer
“double-bubble” design, it also has details that make it uniquely Porsche Max. Power 300kW (408 hp)
Top Speed 305 km/h
Exclusive: an exterior finish of a rich, clear Pure Blue (Carrera White 0-100 km/h 4.6 S
available on request), bi-xenon adaptive headlights framed in black, an Fuel Consumption (I/100 km)* 10.3
CO2 Emission (g/km) 242
illuminated 911 Speedster logo and limited-edition number on the entry
* Fuel consumption figures are for combined average
guards, and new-design adaptive sports seats with heating. To top it off, of urban and extra-urban driving
Three numbers, 911, Engine intakes in the front apron,
a right wing bearing “25 Years Porsche Exclusive” commemorates the
With power-tuned 3.8-litre additional black-finish spoiler lip
that have kept the 6-cylinder rear engine with and black sideskirt trims at the
anniversary of the limited edition programme at Porsche. Find out more about the 911 Speedster at:
www.porsche.cn
world of sports car direct fuel injection (DFI) and sides betray a distinct sportiness.
Experience the 911 Speedsters to take you back to where the
talking since 1963, VarioCam Plus, the new 911
A 44 mm wider rear axle and 32
dream began.
Carrera GTS delivers even more
coupled with three direct responsiveness, sportier mm widened rear track boost roll
remarkable letters, acceleration, and 23 more stability and improve steering
behaviour.
GTS, creates the horsepower than the 911 Carrera
S – all achieved by redesigning the
sportiest 911 Carrera intake system, modifying cylinder
The result is loud and clear: power,
performance, dynamism. Just
we’ve ever built. heads and optimising the engine
simply three numbers and letters
control unit.
to convey the incredible sportiness
Design of a 911 Carrera S, and the
The design is no less impressive. performance of a racing car.
Dynamically accentuated air
25 Years of Making
Dreams Come True
Cars created with passion and customized The New
to the highest standards to fit your personal Cayman R.
style and freedom. That is the inspiration Radically
behind Porsche Exclusive.
Porsche.
911 Turbo S lightweight, 1992
Welcome to Performance GPS enhanced video logging is fast becoming an essential tool for
Principles, as we look at some drivers and vehicle development. These systems not only produce
more questions from the Porsche exciting in-car video footage – they also allow you to carry out in-
Cutting-Edge Technology Requires Sport Driving School. In this
issue, Chief Instructor Mr. Arnd
depth driver and vehicle analysis. With multiple camera angles and
overlaid graphical data, we can gain extensive information about
the Finest Quality Service Stollmann, takes a look at some
of the latest technology in the
your driving and vehicle performance, allowing you to improve both
areas with one tool.
world of sports car driving: data
Porsche vehicles like the battery recharges during braking These Porsche Service Centre
and powers the car when not technicians are trained to handle recording devices. There are a range of in-car video systems available, with every
new Cayenne S Hybrid in combustion engine mode or the specific needs of the Hybrid, system offering a different degree of video quality, flexibility, update
use sophisticated when in boosting mode during and are continuously updated on rate, graphics resolution and reliability. However, all high-quality
systems give a driver and coach the opportunity to make objective
technology to drive acceleration. In addition, it the latest technical information
powers electric auxiliary systems directly from the Porsche factory. analysis of braking pressures, longitudinal and latitudinal g-forces,
greater performance, such as electric air conditioning and the ideal racing line.
efficiency and comfort; compressor, electric servo pump In addition, each Porsche Service
Data recording systems are increasingly used around world –
Porsche Service for powersteering and electro- Centre implements specific safety
including by a wide variety of professional drivers and driver coaches.
hydraulic steering, allowing for and quality processes to ensure
Centres ensure that reduced emissions and fuel that the highest standards of
Some examples include Anthony Davidson, former F1 driver and 2010
Peugeot Works driver at Le Mans, rally driver Kristian Sohlberg, and
these high standards consumption. customer and technical services In every issue of In Focus, Porsche test driver and rally legend Walter Rohrl.
are maintained. are met. You can rest assured Arnd Stollmann answers a PSDS
Maintaining the unique internal that your car is always in the best question from participant around The Porsche Sport Driving School is now offering data recording as an
Advanced technology in the structure of these Cayenne of hands. China. To find out more about optional tool. To maximise success, a Personal Instructor is required
Cayenne S Hybrid includes S Hybrid systems demands advanced driving and safety, for the duration of the course, serving to provide constant feedback
components of its “single axis hybrid-specific state of the join the Porsche Sport Driving and evaluation of your data recording. The system is simple for us
parallel hybrid drive system” art equipment and a team of School. For more information, to install, requiring only an additional half hour of your time. And of
with an electric motor powered extensively trained and certified please feel free to contact us at course, at the conclusion of your training, we will provide you with a
by a 288 V NiMH battery. The High Voltage Technicians. sportdrivingschool@porsche.cn. USB stick to take home your high performance memories.
Final Showdown of The
2010 Porsche Carrera Cup Asia
The 2010 Porsche Carrera Cup Asia International Circuit in October, winning both Round 9
and 10 in comprehensive fashion.
concluded in dramatic style, with
Christian Menzel of Team StarChase Although Menzel was second to Allan Simonsen
of Open Road Racing to finish Round 11 at Zhuhai
once again standing atop the International Circuit, it was good enough to begin
winners podium. popping the champagne bottles. And unwilling to
rest on his laurels, he thundered to his first victory in
Earlier in September at Singapore’s Marina Bay
Zhuhai in Round 12.
Circuit, Menzel relinquished the overall lead to Craig
Baird of SC Global Racing as the latter dominated Meanwhile, the Class B series for 2010 was
Round 7 and 8. He suffered a huge setback in Round dominated by Mok Wen Sung of Team PCS Racing,
7, finishing only 13th as a result of using wet-weather who clinched the title with two rounds remaining.
tyres based on the damp weather forecast. While he was absent from the Zhuhai stop, Francis
Tjia of Open Road Racing claimed victories in both
But his reply was swift, the defending Champion
making a strong comeback at the Shanghai
races, stating his credentials to take over from
Mok Wen Sung when Asia’s leading one-mark series the Porsche Racing Revolution
returns in 2011.
Shines in Zhuhai
The 911 GT3 R Hybrid made Chinese guests of Porsche had the exclusive
opportunity to visit the GT3 Hybrid team in pit lane,
its long-awaited debut in China, with a select few even getting a chance to visualise
showcasing unparalleled efficiency the interior from the drivers’ seat perspective.
and performance at the 2010 Porsche Works Drivers, Patrick Long and Joerg
Bergmeister, were also available to chat and answer
International Le Mans Cup race at questions, giving lucky fans a chance to understand
the Zhuhai International Circuit on some of the thrill of taking a Porsche to its
7 November, 2010. performance limits.
In addition to the conventional combustion engine in Looking ahead to the 2011 season, Hartmut Kristen,
the rear, the Hybrid features an additional front-axle Head of Porsche Motorsport promised fans that
drive via two electric motors which draw power from the car would be back on the track in China: “This
the recovery of kinetic energy stored in a flywheel. was definitely not the last race for the 911 GT3 R
Thanks to its ground-breaking drive concept, the 911 Hybrid.” And this was definitely not the last time that
GT3 R Hybrid made one less pit stop and completed we would be stunned by this revolution in motorsport
three more laps than the next GT opponent. technology.
PORSCHE NEWS PORSCHE NEWS
AND INNOVATION the much celebrated 911 and attracted many visitors. It was not the
first time that a nod has been given to its home country: look closely
Location: Shanghai New International
Expo Centre
and you will find Baden-Wuerttemberg’s coat of arms incorporated
Porsche Carrera Cup Asia –
Porsche has invested 150 million into the Porsche logo.
2011 Season Opening
euros towards expanding its Date: 15 - 17 April 2011
research and development facility Location: Shanghai International Circuit
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Wenzhou, China
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