Photo: X-Tomi Design
Last week, Porsche blew us away with the all-new Panamera, which became the 4-door 911 that it should've always been. That being said, only two versions are available for now, the 4S and the Turbo.
That conveniently leaves a gap for rendering specialists to add something. And right in between those two, we should eventually get a GTS sports model.
Nearly every Porsche model has a GTS version. Well, the 718 twins don't, but their predecessors did.
The formula is simple. You take the standard S or 4S model and make it more fun. This usually implies that you shorten/stiffen the suspension, install a throatier exhaust, bigger wheels and change the cosmetics. Porsche has a lot of these "formulas" and they are the key to making money.
Oh, and the power of the engine needs to be boosted a bit. Otherwise, customers won't understand what they are paying extra for.
In the case of the new Panamera, the virtual GTS-ificaton has been done by X-Tomi Design, who did all of the above in a familiar shade of red, Karmin Red, if we remember correctly.
All of the 4S's chrome has been re-painted in black, while the headlights and taillights received a subtle tint effect.
When Porsche decides to launch such a car, power should come from a twin-turbo V6 engine, either a 3.0-liter like in the case of the 4S or a slightly larger unit if one is to be developed.
Our ballpark guess puts the GTS in the region of 480 to 500 PS and 600+ Nm of torque (442 lb-ft).
Of course, this isn't going to be a stripped down race car. You'll still be able to put the shocks in comfort and enjoy a relaxing cruise. However, the extra layer of stiffness will be a constant reminder that you can do 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in about 4 seconds and have all sorts of fun.
Nearly every Porsche model has a GTS version. Well, the 718 twins don't, but their predecessors did.
The formula is simple. You take the standard S or 4S model and make it more fun. This usually implies that you shorten/stiffen the suspension, install a throatier exhaust, bigger wheels and change the cosmetics. Porsche has a lot of these "formulas" and they are the key to making money.
Oh, and the power of the engine needs to be boosted a bit. Otherwise, customers won't understand what they are paying extra for.
In the case of the new Panamera, the virtual GTS-ificaton has been done by X-Tomi Design, who did all of the above in a familiar shade of red, Karmin Red, if we remember correctly.
All of the 4S's chrome has been re-painted in black, while the headlights and taillights received a subtle tint effect.
When Porsche decides to launch such a car, power should come from a twin-turbo V6 engine, either a 3.0-liter like in the case of the 4S or a slightly larger unit if one is to be developed.
Our ballpark guess puts the GTS in the region of 480 to 500 PS and 600+ Nm of torque (442 lb-ft).
Of course, this isn't going to be a stripped down race car. You'll still be able to put the shocks in comfort and enjoy a relaxing cruise. However, the extra layer of stiffness will be a constant reminder that you can do 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in about 4 seconds and have all sorts of fun.
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