The 9ff DraXster is capable of hitting 161mph (260km/h) in a Veyron beating time of just 9.5 seconds

Porsche tuning specialists 9ff has unveiled its latest supercar, this time a modified Porsche seemingly focused on drag racing. Featuring a 4.0L twin-turbo flat six engine, the new 9ff puts out around 1,300hp (970kW) while torque spikes at 877lb-ft (1,190Nm). All that horsepower is contained in a lightweight 1,168kg package, meaning that the 9ff DraXster is capable of hitting 161mph (260km/h) in a Veyron beating time of just 9.5 seconds.

Currently, pricing and final top speed figures for the DraXster are unknown, but with that amount of power the car may be capable of beating the SSC Ultimate Aero TT, which recently claimed the title of world's fastest production car with its 255mph top speed.

On the other hand, 9ff has already been working on a different car to specifically beat the record held by the SSC Ultimate Aero TT, in the form of the 9ff GT9R. Final specs for that car are yet to be released but some initial numbers included a 1120hp (836kW) and 774lb-ft (1,050Nm) output from the standard 9ff GT9’s twin-turbocharged 4.0L flat-six engine, which incidentally is rated at 987hp (726kW) and 710lb-ft (964Nm) of torque.

The 9ff DraXster is most likely then focused on acceleration performance as its name suggests rather than all out top speed, and considering the lack of aerodynamic adornments to the car as seen on the GT9 it is unlikely that it has been designed for beating a top speed record.

Via: Autoblog.nl

The 9ff DraXster is capable of hitting 161mph (260km/h) in a Veyron beating time of just 9.5 seconds

Porsche tuning specialists 9ff has unveiled its latest supercar, this time a modified Porsche seemingly focused on drag racing. Featuring a 4.0L twin-turbo flat six engine, the new 9ff puts out around 1,300hp (970kW) while torque spikes at 877lb-ft (1,190Nm). All that horsepower is contained in a lightweight 1,168kg package, meaning that the 9ff DraXster is capable of hitting 161mph (260km/h) in a Veyron beating time of just 9.5 seconds.

Currently, pricing and final top speed figures for the DraXster are unknown, but with that amount of power the car may be capable of beating the SSC Ultimate Aero TT, which recently claimed the title of world's fastest production car with its 255mph top speed.

On the other hand, 9ff has already been working on a different car to specifically beat the record held by the SSC Ultimate Aero TT, in the form of the 9ff GT9R. Final specs for that car are yet to be released but some initial numbers included a 1120hp (836kW) and 774lb-ft (1,050Nm) output from the standard 9ff GT9’s twin-turbocharged 4.0L flat-six engine, which incidentally is rated at 987hp (726kW) and 710lb-ft (964Nm) of torque.

The 9ff DraXster is most likely then focused on acceleration performance as its name suggests rather than all out top speed, and considering the lack of aerodynamic adornments to the car as seen on the GT9 it is unlikely that it has been designed for beating a top speed record.

Via: Autoblog.nl

Porsche readying new electric 911?

Firm buys Tesla Roadster to evaluate future eco model.

Is an all-electric 911 just around the corner? Porsche’s engineers have shelled out £100,000 on their very own Tesla Roadster for ‘research purposes’.
The Lotus Elise-based two-door – which proves that battery power and driving thrills can go hand-in-hand – will be analysed and taken apart by the German firm so technicians can further their electric car know-how.

Buying a competitor’s vehicle for R&D purposes is nothing new. But when a company such as Porsche admits to eyeing up an entirely new type of
propulsion, it’s big news!

Rumour has it the firm is already testing a prototype, although it won’t release any details until it’s entirely happy with the product. This won’t be the first electric Porsche, though. That accolade goes to German tuning specialist Ruf, with its 911-based E-Ruf – which we drive for the first time this week on Page 34.

However, Porsche is said to be disappointed with the performance of the E-Ruf – it covers 0-60mph in just under seven seconds and goes on to a top speed of 140mph. 

Porsche readying new electric 911?

Firm buys Tesla Roadster to evaluate future eco model.

Is an all-electric 911 just around the corner? Porsche’s engineers have shelled out £100,000 on their very own Tesla Roadster for ‘research purposes’.
The Lotus Elise-based two-door – which proves that battery power and driving thrills can go hand-in-hand – will be analysed and taken apart by the German firm so technicians can further their electric car know-how.

Buying a competitor’s vehicle for R&D purposes is nothing new. But when a company such as Porsche admits to eyeing up an entirely new type of
propulsion, it’s big news!

Rumour has it the firm is already testing a prototype, although it won’t release any details until it’s entirely happy with the product. This won’t be the first electric Porsche, though. That accolade goes to German tuning specialist Ruf, with its 911-based E-Ruf – which we drive for the first time this week on Page 34.

However, Porsche is said to be disappointed with the performance of the E-Ruf – it covers 0-60mph in just under seven seconds and goes on to a top speed of 140mph. 

TechArt makes GTstreetR out of the Porsche 911

Porsche 911 will not be very happy with TechArt calling its tuned version GTstreetR. The name sounds like the Porsche’s bitter rival GT-R and when you get a performance upgrade and a name that reminds you of your rival, you can’t help feeling screwed. TechArt modifications boost the power to 650hp and the torque goes up to 860 Nm.


Zero to 62mph run is completed in 3.4 seconds, and the top speed has gone to 211 mph. Modifications include sports air filter, new intercoolers, carbon fiber air intakes, a new exhaust, and a Tiptronic S Gearbox. A number of cosmetic editions have been added, including carbon flics, rear spoiler, rear apron and the like. The car was unveiled at the Essen Motor Show.

Via: WCF

TechArt makes GTstreetR out of the Porsche 911

Porsche 911 will not be very happy with TechArt calling its tuned version GTstreetR. The name sounds like the Porsche’s bitter rival GT-R and when you get a performance upgrade and a name that reminds you of your rival, you can’t help feeling screwed. TechArt modifications boost the power to 650hp and the torque goes up to 860 Nm.


Zero to 62mph run is completed in 3.4 seconds, and the top speed has gone to 211 mph. Modifications include sports air filter, new intercoolers, carbon fiber air intakes, a new exhaust, and a Tiptronic S Gearbox. A number of cosmetic editions have been added, including carbon flics, rear spoiler, rear apron and the like. The car was unveiled at the Essen Motor Show.

Via: WCF