How to take advantage of electricity to be faster

Porsche presented in Latin America the renewal of its most emblematic model, Deportivo 911. This is the update of the eighth generation that includes as the main novelty the electrification of its propulsion system.

For the first time in its history, one of the most emblematic sportsmen of all time will use electricity to help move their wheels. However, unlike what happens with most of the models that resort to this technology, which seek to be more ecological, Porsche tries to be, first of all, more sporty.

The range retains numerous versions and body options, such as Coupé, Cabriolet y Targain addition to offering simple or integral traction systems, different types of set -up and different power levels.

Available in the most important markets in the world since the end of last year, the 911 generation 992.2 disembarks in the most powerful, technological and efficient region than ever. Before consulting Clarion From when he will be in the local market, Nordenwagen’s response, an official importer, was “very soon.”

If there is something that did not change in 911 since it appeared, there for 1963, it is its style: it does not matter what model it is, The silhouette of this sporting remains unmistakable. Of course, some proportions and measures have changed, since over time the model became much bigger.

The update of this model offers some touch -ups in the headlights, which highlights the incorporation of the Matrix LED light system. This team dispenses with all other additional light element in the tube.

With this update, each version of the Porsche 911 has a specific front section. While 911 Carrera has horizontal air intakes, The GTS variant, which carries the hybrid system, incorporates a vertical ventilation grilles.

This solution, which gives a novel aspect to 911, is not just an aesthetic details, but is essential for aerodynamic and engine cooling performance. On each side of the tube there are five grids more one that is more towards the center that is different from the others, by design and by function.

All these grilles are active and They are opening and closing to optimize the air flow and for engine cooling. If the engine is not demanded, the grilles are almost closed, to improve aerodynamics and fuel efficiency. But they can open quickly depending on driving, external temperature and demand for power.

The system is complemented by an automatic retractile spoiler that varies its position mainly depending on the speed, but also of the surchaimed air temperature.

Inside, the new Porsche 911 Increase the level of digitalization without giving up the historical lines of the model. Now the instrument board is a high quality curved screen that mimics the shape of previous models. Even in the views it offers, since the account always dominates in the center and can show up to five quadrants.

Another change that reinterprets the past is the introduction of a button to start the engine for the first time in the history of the model, but which retains the usual position of the starter key, to the left of the steering wheel.

Porsche has been working More than 15 years ago in hybrid systemswith models such as Cayenne, Panamera and 918, and having their participation in the World Resistance Championship and its multiple victories in the 24 hours of Le Mans as an advanced laboratory. But for the first time it is decided to take this technology to its icon.

“We developed and tested a wide variety of ideas and approaches until we find the concept that will adapt perfectly to 911. The result is a unique propeller that fits the philosophy of the model and significantly improves its performance,” said Frank Moser, responsible for the 911 and 718 ranges.

For the GTS version of 911, the only one that is now electrified, built a system that It carries two electric motors but none conventional. One of them (15 horses) is mounted inside the turbo, which allows to eliminate supercharging delay and offer a better response to low turns.

The second electric motor is integrated into the double clutch gearbox and eight marches. It offers 54 horses and up to 150 nm of torque. Both this engine and the turbo also work as a generator to store energy in a high voltage battery that works at 400 V.

But the heart of the propulsion system is a 6 -cylinder and 3.6 cm3 boxer motor capable of delivering 485 horsepower. Together, the entire system offers 541 horses (61 hp more than the previous GTS) and a torque of 610 Nmavailable below 2,000 rpm.

With this hybrid system, 911 GTS improves its acceleration from 0 to 100 km/Hy takes it to only 3 seconds. But the most graphic data shows that in the first 2.5 seconds of acceleration it would take a difference to the previous GTS. The maximum speed is 312 km/h.

This hybrid version includes as standard equipment a directional rear axlethat up to 50 km/h reduces turning angle and that above 80 km/h improves curve stability.

The 911 Carrera, meanwhile, maintains the 3.0 -liter biturbo engine but with some improvements that allow it to take power to the 394 horses, 9 hp more than the previous model. With it you can go from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds (3.9 seconds with the Sport Chrono package) and reach a maximum speed of 294 km/h. The 911 Carrera is also equipped with a double clutch gearbox and eight speeds.