TechArt 997 Turbo

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TechArt 997 Turbo

Manufacturer	TECHART (modified Porsche)
Production	2007-present
Predecessor	TechArt 996 Turbo
Class	sports car
Body style(s)	2-door coupé
Layout	Rear-engine, rear-wheel drive
Engine(s)	3.6 litres (219.7 cu in) twin-turbocharged flat-6
Transmission(s)	6-speed manual
Curb weight	3,510 pounds (1,592 kg)
Related	Porsche 997, Porsche 911 Turbo

The TechArt 997 Turbo, also known as simply the TechArt Turbo, is a high-performance sports car based on the Porsche 997 Turbo. TechArt has modified the car extensively, fitting it with a body kit, interior modifications, and significant engine tuning.

1 Design and Features
2 Specifications
3 References
4 External Links

[edit] Design and Features

To the stock Porsche 997 Turbo, TechArt has added a body kit featuring new front and rear spoilers, carbon fibre grille, headlight covers, and side skirts. The car is fitted with TechArt's own 20" wheels, with Michelin Pilot tires to improve handling. The interior is trimmed out with carbon fiber and custom upholstery as well. The most significant modification to the car is under the engine lid. TechArt has modified the stock 3.6 litres (219.7 cu in) flat-6 with larger turbochargers, improved ECU chip, and stainless steel exhaust system. With these modifications, the engine develops 600 horsepower (447 kW) at 6400 rpm and 609 lb·ft (826 N·m) of torque at 3700 rpm, allowing for a top speed of 210 mph (338 km/h). Customers pay for the base 997 Turbo, which costs $122,900 USD, then add the desired modifications; the bodykit costs $11,000 USD, while the engine upgrades are $29,500 USD. The full package retails for about $186,000 USD.

[edit] Specifications

Weight: 3,510 pounds (1,592 kg)
Power: 600 hp (447 kW) @ 6400 rpm
Torque: 609 lb·ft (826 N·m) @ 3700 rpm
Specific output: approx. 166.7 hp (124 kW) per litre
Power to weight ratio: approx. 5.85 pounds (2.65 kg) per horsepower

- 0-60 mph (97 km/h): 3.4 sec
- 0-100 mph (161 km/h): 7.4 sec
- Quarter mile: 11.5 sec @ 126.2 mph (203.1 km/h)
- Top Speed: 210 mph (338 km/h)
- Braking, 60 mph (97 km/h)-0: 113 feet (34 m)
- Braking, 80 mph (129 km/h)-0: 202 feet (62 m)
- Lateral acceleration: .94g