CAR GARAGE | Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS (2012) | The Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS power unit has its origins in the 3.8-liter, six-cylinder Carrera S engine. 320 Newton meters kick in from as low as 1,500 rpm; the six-cylinder engine delivers its rated torque of 420 Nm in the broad engine speed range from 4.200 rpm and 5.600 rpm. The sports exhaust system fitted as standard ensures a Distinctly sporty sound. It invests the new Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS with an unmistakable acoustic signature and the rear view of its tail pipe with its unique black surface design lends it a unique character. At full power the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS Coupé sprints to 100 km / h (62 mph) in 4.6 seconds, the Cabriolet in 4.8 seconds.
The Carrera 4 GTS is fitted as standard with a six-speed manual transmission but the Porsche-Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) seven-speed is available as an option if Desired. In the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS as well, PTM all-wheel drive stands for Porsche's typical driving pleasure with even more driving stability, traction and agile handling. This mechanical rear differential lock contributes to the driving dynamics of the electronically controlled all-wheel drive system.
Visually, the new Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS models with all-wheel drive differ in points of detail from Earlier variants with rear-wheel drive: In Addition to the type name on the doors and rear lid, the distinguishing characteristic of all models with all -wheel drive is the additional reflective stripe Between the taillights. Numerous other in details as well the GTS models differ both visually and technically from the other Carrera models. Additional visual features include the Sport-Design front apron with black painted spoiler lip and special side skirts, also in black.
