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When you think of Porsche, the one model that’s been synonymous with the brand’s race-winning heritage is the iconic 911. This model has earned countless victories and captured the hearts of driving enthusiasts across the globe. Representing the bold future of all-electric mobility, the Porsche Taycan infuses the rebellious spirit of Porsche with innovative electrified performance. Together, the 911 and Taycan help showcase how Porsche remains committed to its roots while still pushing the limits of what’s possible.
If you’re torn between the Porsche 911 and the Porsche Taycan, we’re here to help! Blue Grass MOTORSPORT has created this comparison in which these two impressive models face off in a competitive matchup. You’ll have no trouble deciding which one makes the most sense for your driving habits and personal preferences.
2024 Porsche Taycan 4S |
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2024 Porsche 911 Carrera |
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| $111,700 | Starting MSRP | $114,400 |
| 522 (Overboost Power with Launch Control / Performance Battery) | Horsepower | 379 |
| 472 lb-ft (Overboost Power with Launch Control / Performance Battery) | Torque | 331 lb-ft |
| 2 | Transmission Speeds | 8 |
| 3.8 seconds (w/Launch Control) | 0 to 60 Time | 4.0 seconds |
| 155 MPH | Top Track Speed | 182 MPH |
| Electric | Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| AWD | Drivetrain | RWD |
| 4,773 pounds (Performance Battery) | Curb Weight | 3,354 pounds |
| 4 | Number of Doors | 2 |
| Standard | Power Open/Close Trunk Lid | Not Available |
| 10 | Number of Speakers | 8 |
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Although both models share the Porsche name, the Taycan and 911 are certainly two distinctive vehicles. Pricing is relatively similar, with the Taycan having the slightly higher price tag compared to the 911 Carrera. Since both of these are track-inspired sports cars, it’s only natural that we turn our focus towards performance data.
Due to its all-electric powertrain, the Porsche Taycan 4S delivers an impressive 522 horsepower and 476 lb-ft of torque (Overboost Power with Launch Control / Performance Battery) – all without using a drop of gasoline. Its sophisticated two-speed transmission allows the Taycan to allocate power to its all-wheel drive system with ease, giving drivers uninhibited acceleration when desired. As a result, the Taycan is slightly quicker from 0 to 60 MPH with a time of just 3.8 seconds.
2024 Porsche Taycan Turbo |
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2024 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS |
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| $160,800 | Starting MSRP | $158,200 |
| 670 (Overboost Power with Launch Control) | Horsepower | 473 |
| 626 lb-ft (Overboost Power with Launch Control) | Torque | 420 lb-ft |
| 3.0 seconds (w/Launch Control) | 0 to 60 Time | 3.1 seconds (with Sport Chrono Package) |
| 161 MPH | Top Track Speed | 192 MPH |
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While the 911 is small and light, the Taycan brings with it the kind of power and tech wizardry that puts it on roughly the same performance footing. You can see in the chart that the Taycan offers quite a bit more horsepower and torque than the comparably-priced 911 alternative. The result of this is that the Taycan offers a quicker 0-60 time, and while the 911 has a faster top speed, unless you’re taking your car to the race track, you’ll never experience these speeds anyway. These similar performance figures are important, because the Taycan’s 4 doors and a trunk that doesn’t have an engine in it offer a lot more practicality than the 911. Conventional wisdom would dictate that this practicality comes at the price of performance, but that obviously isn’t the case with the Taycan. And then, of course, there is the added benefit of never having to stop at another gas station with the Taycan.
The 911 is, admittedly, a 911. It’s an iconic car that forms the backbone of the brand’s identity. However, that iconic status has caused a demand that Porsche has a difficult time meeting. And this leads us to the one downside of the 911 – a long waiting list for ownership. But the good news is that the Taycan can deliver slightly quicker 0-60 times for the same price. In fact, a Taycan lease can put that new Porsche in the driveway that you’ve been craving – with no lapse in any of the performance driving characteristics you cherish – until the 911 inventory situation improves.
So if you find yourself unable to find the next 911 of your dreams, maybe the Taycan Turbo is a worthy “bridge” until production catches-up with demand and the availability of the Porsche 911 becomes a reality again.
