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911 Targa 4 GTS vs 911 Carrera GTS Lightweight

Porsche · Porsche

1/4 Mile winner
911 Carrera GTS Lightweight
Beats the 911 Targa 4 GTS by 0.40s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the 911 Carrera GTS Lightweight beats the 911 Targa 4 GTS comfortably, finishing 0.40 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 911 Carrera GTS Lightweight thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
473 hp
473 hp
0–100 km/h
3.5s
3.2s
Top speed
307 km/h
311 km/h
Engine
3.0L Twin-Turbo Flat-6
3.0L Twin-Turbo Flat-6
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
570 Nm
570 Nm
Price
$157,300
$145,300

Simulated race times

Distance
911 Targa 4 GTS
911 Carrera GTS Lightweight
100 m
4.990s
4.792s
1/8 mile
7.361s
7.078s
1/4 mile
11.030s
10.628s
1 km
19.633s
19.000s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

If budget is the deciding factor, the 911 Carrera GTS Lightweight is the obvious pick at $145,300 versus the 911 Targa 4 GTS's $157,300. Both are formidable. The 911 Targa 4 GTS suits buyers who prioritise raw power; the 911 Carrera GTS Lightweight appeals to those after the bigger output.

FAQ

Which is faster, the 911 Targa 4 GTS or the 911 Carrera GTS Lightweight?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 911 Carrera GTS Lightweight is faster, beating the 911 Targa 4 GTS by 0.40 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 911 Targa 4 GTS vs the 911 Carrera GTS Lightweight?

The 911 Targa 4 GTS hits 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds, while the 911 Carrera GTS Lightweight does it in 3.2 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The 911 Targa 4 GTS produces 473 hp; the 911 Carrera GTS Lightweight produces 473 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The 911 Targa 4 GTS tops out at 307 km/h, and the 911 Carrera GTS Lightweight reaches 311 km/h.

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