Advice request...My first Porsche, 996tt vs. 997 Carerra S...
03-26-2005 | 01:47 AM
#16
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From: Richardson, TX
Originally Posted by sshu930
Power: Even though people are saying that they are comparable, the TT should have the edge everytime. Forget 0-60, those are useless, look at the ¼ trap speed. From what I have seen, the TT traps 4-7 mph faster which is pretty huge. That is a better indicator of power. If you decide later to modify, you can easily modify the power and put the car on a diet and you got a serious track performer. It also comes down to preference, do you want N/A or F/I? Personally, I prefer turbos because of the massive amount of torque.
Scott
Scott
03-26-2005 | 08:06 PM
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Just made the same decision
I went through the same process. I've owned a 944, 994T and 2 C4s. Picked up an 01 TT yesterday with 5200 miles and in perfect condition minus the 1st owner's depreciation. After a day of driving it, I know it was absolutely the right choice.
03-27-2005 | 03:52 AM
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the only reason to get the 997s would be the warranty. i agree about the transmission-try at all costs to get a 6 speed. the turbo is an awd supercar-although the 997s is a great car, you can't compare it to the acceleration and handling of the turbo-it's like comparing a 545i to an m5, if the m5 had awd.
