2008 Porsche Carrera GT

New Porsche Carrera GT 2008 with its 5.7-liter, 605-horsepower V10 engine

The Porsche Carrera GT was originally conceived at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. As Porsche secured its sixteenth outright victory in June 1998, the idea was proposed of a road-going sports car based exclusively on racing technology. Two years later, in the autumn of 2000, that concept beganA

s a pu re encpsulation of Porsche engineering, the Carrera GT is a natural evolution based on more than 23,000 race victories. A road-going supercar built for uncompromising performance and unlimited driving pleasure.

Specifications
Engine		V10
HP		605 HP@ 8000 rpm
Displacement		5733cc (350 cu. in.)
Torque		437 lb-ft @ 5750 rpm
Weight		3043 lb (1380kg)
Acceleration 0-62 mph		3.9 sec.
Top speed		205 mph (330km/h)
Driveline		Rear Wheel Drive
Price (approx)		Starting at $440,000

That pleasure begins as you unlock the door with a squeeze of the key remote. Step inside and you shall find an elegant composition of interior materials, including carbon fiber, leather and magnesium. Turn the key and the powerful V10 eagerly springs into life. The vigorous acoustics are an exhilarating prelude to what is an unforgettable driving experience. Blip the throttle, and the engine resonates with the rush of incoming air. The resulting sound is straight from the racetrack, only this time you can drive it on the road.

Power is delivered with explosive prowess, yielding equal measures of agility and precision with effortless energy and control. Acceleration through corners is accomplished with ease and barely a trace of body roll. The lightweight chassis combines with a low center of gravity and balanced weight distribution to achieve unprecedented cornering speeds. to take shape.