The Porsche 911 stands as an iconic legend in the automotive world. Over six decades since its debut, it remains a steadfast favorite among speed enthusiasts. The latest generation, the 992.2, is embracing electrification with hybrid engines in select models, though a fully electric variant remains absent.
In 1959, a sketch by Ferdinand “Butzi” Porsche laid the foundation for this legendary sports car. The 911 was developed as a more powerful, larger, and comfortable successor to the 356, Porsche’s first model. It made its grand debut at the 1963 Frankfurt Motor Show.
Initially, the car was engineered with a Type 745 horizontal 6-cylinder engine featuring dual fans. However, the show model displayed a non-functional single-fan engine, and the operational Type 901 engine was introduced in February 1964.
Porsche 911 1964
Today’s focus shifts from the 911’s origins to its third generation: the Porsche 964 Carrera 4. Produced from 1989 to 1994, this model holds special significance as one such vehicle has surfaced in Vietnam, cherished by its original owner for nearly four decades.
The owner, a foreigner, proudly states he will never part with his 964 Carrera 4, which he brought to Vietnam 36 years ago. Remarkably, he still uses it as his daily driver. Adding to its allure, the car now bears Hanoi license plates after decades of sporting foreign registration.
The Porsche 964, designed by Benjamin Dimson until January 1986, introduced significant styling updates compared to its predecessors. Notably, its front and rear bumpers were seamlessly integrated into the body. It was the first 911 to offer Porsche’s Tiptronic automatic transmission and all-wheel drive as options.
The name “Type 964” refers to Porsche’s internal code for the 911 Carrera 2 and Carrera 4 models, simply labeled “Carrera 2” and “Carrera 4.” Enthusiasts and publications use “964” to distinguish this generation from others.
Compared to the Carrera 3.2, the 964 boasted an impressive 85% improvement. Launched in 1989, the first 964 models were all-wheel-drive “Carrera 4” variants. Porsche introduced the rear-wheel-drive Carrera 2 in 1990, offering both models in coupé, targa, and cabriolet body styles.
The 964 Carrera was the last generation to feature the classic removable Targa roof until the 991’s introduction in 2011. Its aerodynamic design included a flush front bumper and fog lights, while a new electronic rear spoiler automatically deployed at speeds above 80 km/h, retracting at lower speeds.
Powering the 964 was the new M64 naturally aspirated engine, a 3.6-liter horizontal 6-cylinder unit. Porsche overhauled the suspension, replacing torsion bars with coil springs and advanced shock absorbers. Power steering and ABS made their 911 debut as standard features.
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