Porsche 911 S/T

Porsche once again proves that the brand is still capable of presenting truly exceptional models. For the 60th anniversary of the 911, we expected a year full of surprises and new releases—and many of us hoped for it strongly enough that we were heard. After recent highlights such as the 992 Sport Classic, the 992 GT3 RS, and the Dakar, Porsche has once again reignited the passion machine with the 911 (992) S/T. This model is a tribute to the legendary 911 ST of the 1970s.

Back in 1969, Porsche developed a 911 designed to compete in races around the world: rally events, the Targa Florio, the French GT Championship, the 1000 km of Nürburgring, and more. It featured wider fenders to accommodate broader wheels, based on the 911 T body. The T bodyshells were chosen because they were naturally lighter and received further weight reduction, including thinner steel for the roof and rear seat pressings. The interior was stripped of unnecessary elements, fitted with lightweight bucket seats and a tachometer graduated to 10,000 rpm. These cars were assembled using 911 T bodies combined with 911 S engine foundations. Lessons learned from the 911 R program contributed significantly to the 911 ST, resulting in extensive weight savings: no lead filler at body panel joints, aluminum doors, fiberglass hoods and bumpers, and thinner glass for the windshield. Porsche has revived this philosophy to create the new 992-generation 911 S/T.

To preserve the essence of the original 911 ST, Porsche selected the engine from its latest high-performance sports car. The new 911 S/T is powered by the renowned naturally aspirated flat-six you already know—the 4.0-liter engine from the GT3 RS. It delivers 525 hp at 8,500 rpm, with a maximum rev limit reaching the magical 9,000 rpm. Notably, the tachometer is graduated to 10,000 rpm, paying homage to the original 911 ST. While the GT3 RS is available only with PDK, the 911 S/T is offered exclusively with a short-ratio 6-speed manual gearbox and a lightweight clutch.

Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h takes 3.7 seconds, compared to 3.2 seconds for the GT3 RS—but here there is no PDK and no launch control. Top speed is electronically limited to 300 km/h. The focus has clearly been placed on lightness and agility to remain faithful to the spirit of the original 911 ST.