2011 Porsche 911 Turbo S Coupe

Most enthusiasts feel the 997.2 model returns the traditional 911 feel and requires more driver input than subsequent models. With 500 horsepower, the Porsche 911 Turbo is not exactly anemic. But Porsche has never seemed to like the concept of enough, so they rolled out the 530 horsepower Turbo S. The Turbo S's 530 horsepower are available between 6,250 and 6,750 rpm. The added power is achieved through different intake-valve timing and increased turbo boost pressure. Maximum torque is rated at 516 lb-ft, which happens between 2,100 and 4,250 rpm. Factory performance figures report 0-60 mile per hour in 3.1 seconds with a top speed of 196.

The Turbo S is actually quite luxurious. All regular goodies of the Turbo are standard here: the dynamic engine mounts, Porsche's brake-based torque-vectoring system, huge yellow ceramic brakes, central-locking 'RS Spyder' wheels and the Sport Chrono package, which also nets you launch control.

Porsche has included a beefed-up version of the ultra-quick PDK dual-clutch transmission with new, proper shift paddles to handle all this power. Acceleration figures from PDK-equipped models have proven to be superior to those achieved with a traditional manual gearbox. In Germany, logic usually winds. In sport mode, the chassis is stiffened by way of the active suspension, the PDK shifts later and more rapidly, and the stability-control system intervenes later and throttle response is quickened.

This Turbo S is finished in Macadamia Metallic with a special unique black and blue leather interior.