History of the Porsche 911 Models as of 2018

By rubailey
  • 901 (Prototype)

    901 (Prototype)

    This year marked the unveiling of what would later be the iconic car brand for Porsche.
  • Introduction of the 911

    Introduction of the 911

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    911 Model Production

  • Introduction of the 912

    Introduction of the 912

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    912 Model Production

  • Introduction of the 914

    Introduction of the 914

  • Introduction of the 914/6

    Introduction of the 914/6

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    914 Model Production

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    914/6 Model Production

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    914 Model Production

  • G-Series is a success!

    G-Series is a success!

    The introduction of the G-Model continued long into 1989, which remains to be the longest run for any 911 Generation.
  • Introduction of the 911/911S

    Introduction of the 911/911S

  • Introduction of the 911 Carrera

    Introduction of the 911 Carrera

  • Introduction of the 911 Turbo

    Introduction of the 911 Turbo

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    911 Turbo Model Production

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    911 Carrera (Gen 1) Model Production

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    911/911S Model Production

  • Introduction of the 912 E

    Introduction of the 912 E

  • Introduction of the 924

    Introduction of the 924

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    924 Model Production

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    912 E Model Production

  • Introduction of the 911 SC

    Introduction of the 911 SC

  • Introduction of the 928

    Introduction of the 928

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    928 Model Production

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    911 SC Model Production

  • Introduction of the 924 Turbo

    Introduction of the 924 Turbo

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    924 Turbo Model Production

  • Introduction of the 944

    Introduction of the 944

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    944 Model Production

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    911 Carrera (Gen 2) Model Production

  • Introduction of the 944 Turbo

    Introduction of the 944 Turbo

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    944 Turbo Model Production

  • Introduction of the 959

    Introduction of the 959

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    959 Model Production

  • 964 Introduces All-Wheel Drive Option

    964 Introduces All-Wheel Drive Option

  • Introduction of the 928 GT/GTS

    Introduction of the 928 GT/GTS

  • Introduction of the 964

    Introduction of the 964

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    964 Model Production

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    928 GT/GTS Model Production

  • Introduction of the 964 Turbo

    Introduction of the 964 Turbo

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    964 Turbo Model Production

  • Introduction of the 968

    Introduction of the 968

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    968 Model Production

  • First Version with a Biturbo Engine

    First Version with a Biturbo Engine

  • Introduction of the 993

    Introduction of the 993

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    993 Model Production

  • Introduction of the 993 Turbo

    Introduction of the 993 Turbo

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    993 Turbo Model Production

  • Introduction of the 986

    Introduction of the 986

  • 996 with Water Cooling

    996 with Water Cooling

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    986 Model Production

  • Introduction of the 996

    Introduction of the 996

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    996 Model Production

  • Introduction of the 980

    Introduction of the 980

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    980 Model Production

  • The 997 paves the way for 24 Model Variants.

    The 997 paves the way for 24 Model Variants.

    With an all new redesign more reminiscent of the popular G-Model, Porsche developed this generation with drivers in mind, which produced 24 variants to suit any need.
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    997 Model Production

  • Introduction of the 997 GT3 RS

    Introduction of the 997 GT3 RS

  • Introduction of the 997.2

    Introduction of the 997.2

    This second generation of the 997 was due to the inclusion of the "Porsche Dual-Clutch Gearbox" (PDK).
  • Setting Automobile Technological Standards

    Setting Automobile Technological Standards

    Considered an industry benchmark for years, this year marked a significant change regarding how they have been recognized as "Best in Class".
  • Introduction of the 997.2 GT2 RS

    Introduction of the 997.2 GT2 RS

    620 bhp with a top speed of 205 mph, what more is there to say
  • Introduction of the 997.2 GT3 RS 4.0

    Introduction of the 997.2 GT3 RS 4.0

    It contained the largest flat six engine in any model, 500 bhp, and weighed less than 3000lbs.
  • Introduction of the 991

    Introduction of the 991

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    991 Model Production

    This is the current generation in production.
  • Introduction of the 991 R

    Introduction of the 991 R

    This is my personal favorite as it was designed for a driving enthusiast. The initial pre-order slots were filled up within 2 weeks upon release.