Engine and Transmission
2019 Porsche 911 Carrera T makes use of a Twin-Turbocharged 3.0L Boxer 6-Cylinder engine. The drivetrain in all Porsche 911 Carrera T trims is Rear-Wheel Drive, or better known as RWD. The power and torque delivered by the engine are different for Carrera T base trims and Carrera T S trims. For the former, the power and torque are 370 hp and 331 lb.-ft. While for the latter, the engine delivers 420 hp and 368 lb.-ft. of torque.
Models
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Porsche 911 Carrera T
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Mercedes-Benz AMG-GT
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Nissan GT-R
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Audi R8
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MSRP
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$91,100
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$124,400
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$99,990
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$164,900
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Engine
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Twin-Turbocharged 3.0L Boxer 6 Cylinder
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Handcrafted AMG 4.0L V8 biturbo
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3.8L twin-turbocharged 24-valve V6
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5.2L FSI dual-injection V10
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Drive Train
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RWD
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RWD
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AWD
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AWD
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Transmission
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7-Speed Manual
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7-Speed Automatic
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6-Speed Automatic
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7-Speed Automatic
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Power
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370 hp
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469 hp @ 6000 rpm
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565 hp @ 6,800 rpm
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540 hp @ 78,00 rpm
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Torque
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331 lb-ft
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465 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm
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467 lb-ft @ 5,800 rpm
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398 lb-ft @ 6,500 rpm
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Acceleration
Having a 4.4 seconds acceleration time for hitting the 60 MPH mark is impressive. However, it is the slowest among the competition, led by Nissan GT-R with 2.9 seconds. The same feat is 3.5 seconds and 3.9 seconds for Audi R8 and Mercedes-Benz AMG-GT, respectively.
Models
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Porsche 911 Carrera T
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Mercedes-Benz AMG-GT
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Nissan GT-R
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Audi R8
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0-60 MPH
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4.4 sec
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3.9 sec
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2.9 sec
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3.5 sec
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Quarter mile
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11.4 sec
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16.0 sec
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10.9 sec
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Engine
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3.0L
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4.0L
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3.8L
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5.2L
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Emission
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
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7.7
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9.8
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9.8
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10.4
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Having a 7.7 CO2 emission rating is a relief and the best one can get in the segment. While the Nissan GT-R and Mercedes-Benz AMG-GT tie at 9.8, Audi R8 has the highest CO2 emission value of 10.4.
Ride and Handling
Riding the Porsche 911 Carrera T has always been a joy for the lovers of speed. Officially known as the Porsche Active Suspension Management, driver-adjustable adaptive dampers are available in all 2019 Porsche 911 Carrera T trims. It offers two modes, Normal and Sports.
Moreover, Carrera T offers brake-based torque vectoring and rear-wheel steering. These are excellent agility-enhancing options without losing control, even to the slightest. The one-of-its-kind power-steering system in 911 Carrera T delivers a steady road feel. Also, the driver gets precise info on the situation of the front tires.
Braking
Porsche 911 Carrera T features a well-balanced braking system. Both the front and the rear brakes are 13 inches. This is the smallest brake size in the competition. Nissan GT-R has the most brake size, 15.4 inches and 15.0 inches for the front and rear brakes, respectively.
Model
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Porsche 911 Carrera T
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Mercedes-Benz AMG-GT
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Nissan GT-R
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Audi R8
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Brake Front(in)
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13.0
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14.2
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15.4
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14.4
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Brake Rear(in)
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13.0
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14.2
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15.0
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14.0
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Curb weight(lbs)
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3153
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3682
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3929
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3737
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60-0 MPH (ft.)
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96
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94
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96
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Curb weight of Porsche 911 Carrera T is one of its best features, a mere total of 3153 lbs. This is 529, 584 and 776 lbs. less than that of AMG-GT, Audi R8, and Nissan GT-R, respectively. Therefore, the lighter build grants better braking capability to the coupe.