2.3 Seconds, W and Project RSR
About this episode
A lively discussion about the latest Porsche Turbo S, including its impressive specs like 701 horsepower and hybrid assist features. The hosts dive into the implications of its performance claims, including comparisons to the Bugatti Chiron, and the significance of its reduced engine displacement. They also touch on the recent sale of a unique 2004 Cayenne, the upcoming Porsche events, and the intriguing RSR Project, which specializes in building long hood restomods. With humor and insight, they explore the evolving Porsche landscape and the excitement surrounding new models.
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New Porsche 992.2 Turbo S Drops 🔥The Numbers:
- 701 HP / 590 lb-ft of torque
- Hybrid powertrain with dual electric turbos
- Displacement actually went DOWN - 3.8L → 3.6L (everyone's missing this detail!)
- 0-60 matches Bugatti Chiron pace
- Quarter-mile: 10.3 seconds
- Configurators showing ~$270K starting price
Hot Take: While everyone's talking power numbers, the real story is Porsche achieving more with less displacement through electrification.
Market Watch 👀Wild Pricing Alert: 2014 Cayenne base model listed for $125.5K with manual transmission in Jet Green Metallic. Manual Cayennes are becoming unicorns, but this pricing is... interesting.
Racing Update 🏁IMSA at Texas: Porsche Penske took the win in wet conditions. Rain was definitely Porsche's friend - helped level the playing field against what we hear was a pretty heavy Balance of Performance penalty.
Up Next: Petit Le Mans at Road Atlanta is just around the corner!
What's On Deck 🗓️Event Season Heating Up:
- Luft gathering approaching fast
- Multiple rallies on the calendar
- Our rally participants: Time's running short to get your cars dialed in!
Garage Updates:
- Host's car getting sorted this week
- 993 project: Currently running 700 lb/in front, 1100 lb/in rear spring rates (way too stiff!)
- Winter plans: Testing current setup, then switching to PSS10s
- GT3 getting Ohlins Road & Track suspension
- Big suspension development year ahead
Joe Rogan's RSR Project Delivery: Absolutely sick build from RSR Project (Northeast-based shop). They've been perfecting these restomods for 9+ years.
What We Love:
- Long hood 911 restomods
- Proper RSR race car aesthetic
- Big flares, meaty tires, proper sidewall
- Old school racing DNA
Personal Take: If we were buying a restomod, RSR Project would be top of the list. That long hood, wide-body RSR vibe with modern performance is pure perfection.
Porsche 911
"...ng is, you know, obviously it's the most powerful 911 that they've made horsepower wise manufacturer."
Porsche Taycan
"...e thing. They learned from releasing what was the Taycan turbo-ass when that Taycan came out,"
Porsche Cayenne
"Change the topics. On Friday, a 2004 Cayenne base model in jet green metallic manual transmiss..."
Chevrolet Blazer
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