2013 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet

The Porsche 911 was launched in 1963 to much fanfare. In 2013, 50 years later, the family resemblance is still there. This example is the seventh generation of the 911 series, the 991 which was introduced in 2011. The new 991 raises performance and efficiency to new levels. A totally new suspension with a longer wheelbase, wider track, larger tyres and an ergonomically optimized interior - it all adds up to an even sportier yet more comfortable driving experience. Technically, the 911 is the epitome of Porsche Intelligent Performance with lower fuel consumption and higher performance.

The essence of what defines the 911, the rear mounted flat-6 engine, remains. It offers 400 horsepower from the familiar 3.8 liter unit. With that amount of power behind the rear axle, acceleration is astonishing. It can run from 0 to 62 mph in less than 4.3 seconds and has a top speed of over 180 MPH. The notorious Nurburgring track has been challenged by this new Porsche with an impressive lap time of 7 minutes 40 seconds with is 13 seconds faster than the previous 997 model.