The TechArt 997 Turbo, also known as simply the TechArt Turbo, is a high-performance sports car

Sports car

A sports car is a small, usually two seat, two door automobile designed for high speed driving and maneuverability....

 based on the Porsche 997

Porsche 997

The Porsche Type 997 , also simply called the 997 is the current version of the 911 family sports car built by German manufacturer Porsche in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen...

 Turbo. TechArt

TECHART

TechArt Automobildesign GmbH is a German-based automobile tuner specialized in existing Porsches, for which they offer extensive tuning packages.-History:...

 has modified the car extensively, fitting it with a body kit, interior modifications, and significant engine tuning.

Design and Features

To the stock Porsche 997

Porsche 997

The Porsche Type 997 , also simply called the 997 is the current version of the 911 family sports car built by German manufacturer Porsche in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen...

 Turbo, TechArt has added a body kit featuring new front and rear spoilers

Spoiler (automotive)

A spoiler is an automotive aerodynamic device whose intended design function is to 'spoil' unfavorable air movement across a body of a vehicle in motion. Spoilers on the front of a vehicle are often called air dams, because in addition to directing air flow they also reduce the amount of air...

, carbon fibre grille, headlight covers, and side skirts. The car is fitted with TechArt's own 20" wheels, with Michelin

Michelin

Michelin is a tyre manufacturer based in Clermont-Ferrand in the Auvergne région of France. It is one of the two largest tyre manufacturers in the world along with Bridgestone. In addition to the Michelin brand, it also owns the BFGoodrich, Kleber, Riken, Kormoran and Uniroyal tyre brands...

 Pilot tires to improve handling. The interior is trimmed out with carbon fiber and custom upholstery as well. The most significant modification to the car is under the engine lid. TechArt has modified the stock 3.6 litres (219.5 cu in) flat-6

Flat-6

A flat-6 or horizontally opposed-6 is a flat engine with six cylinders arranged horizontally in two banks of three cylinders on each side of a central crankcase...

 with larger turbocharger

Turbocharger

A turbocharger, or turbo , from the Greek "τύρβη" is a centrifugal compressor powered by a turbine that is driven by an engine's exhaust gases. Its benefit lies with the compressor increasing the mass of air entering the engine , thereby resulting in greater performance...

s, improved engine control unit

Engine control unit

An engine control unit is a type of electronic control unit that determines the amount of fuel, ignition timing and other parameters an internal combustion engine needs to keep running...

 chip, and stainless steel exhaust system. With these modifications, the engine develops 600 hp at 6400 rpm and 609 lbft of torque

Torque

Torque, moment or moment of force , is the tendency of a force to rotate an object about an axis, fulcrum, or pivot. Just as a force is a push or a pull, a torque can be thought of as a twist....

 at 3700 rpm, allowing for a top speed of 210 mph (338 km/h). Customers pay for the base 997 Turbo

Porsche 997

The Porsche Type 997 , also simply called the 997 is the current version of the 911 family sports car built by German manufacturer Porsche in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen...

, which costs $122,900 USD, then add the desired modifications; the bodykit costs $11,000 USD, while the engine upgrades are $29,500 USD. The full package retails for about $186,000 USD.

Specifications

• Weight: 3510 pounds (1,592 kg)
• Power: 600 hp @ 6400 rpm
• Torque: 609 lbft @ 3700 rpm
• Specific output: approx. 166.7 hp per litre
• Power-to-weight ratio: approx. 5.85 pounds (2.7 kg) per horsepower

• • 0-60 mph (97 km/h): 3.4 sec
  • 0-100 mph (161 km/h): 7.4 sec
  • Quarter mile: 11.5 sec @ 126.2 mph (203.1 km/h)
  • Top Speed: 210 mph (338 km/h)
  • Braking, 60 mph (97 km/h)-0: 113 feet (34 m)
  • Braking, 80 mph (129 km/h)-0: 202 feet (62 m)
  • Lateral acceleration: .94g