Parts
By DesignTek
In 1997, during the penultimate year of production for the 993, Porsche unveiled the 993 Turbo S, a pinnacle of performance manufactured by the Porsche Exclusive department.
Elevating the Turbo to new heights, the Turbo S boasted a power upgrade to 450PS DIN (331kW), achieved through the implementation of larger Triple K K-24 turbochargers, an additional oil cooler, and a modified Motronic engine management system. For American market cars, this translated to 424hp SAE (316 kW; 430 PS). Unlike its predecessor, the lightweight and Spartan 964 Turbo S, the 993 Turbo S featured added luxuries, including carbon fiber interior accents.
Distinguished by its yellow brake calipers, slightly enlarged rear wing, quad-pipe exhaust system, front spoiler with brake-cooling ducts (on European market cars), carbon fiber door sills adorned with 'Turbo S' badging, and air scoops behind the doors, the 993 Turbo S marked the culmination of the air-cooled 911 Turbos. Weighing in at 1,500kg (3,307lb), this model achieved impressive performance figures, including a 0–97 km/h (60 mph) acceleration time of 3.6 seconds, a 0–161 km/h (100 mph) acceleration time of 8.9 seconds, and a top speed of 296.6 km/h (184.3 mph).
