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911 Targa 4 vs 911 Carrera

Porsche · Porsche

1/4 Mile winner
911 Carrera
Beats the 911 Targa 4 by 0.24s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the 911 Carrera beats the 911 Targa 4 comfortably, finishing 0.24 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 911 Carrera thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
379 hp
379 hp
0–100 km/h
4.4s
4.2s
Top speed
289 km/h
293 km/h
Engine
3.0L Twin-Turbo Flat-6
3.0L Flat-6 Twin Turbo
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
450 Nm
450 Nm
Price
$121,300
$110,000

Simulated race times

Distance
911 Targa 4
911 Carrera
100 m
5.532s
5.418s
1/8 mile
8.144s
7.978s
1/4 mile
12.166s
11.925s
1 km
21.519s
21.113s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

If budget is the deciding factor, the 911 Carrera is the obvious pick at $110,000 versus the 911 Targa 4's $121,300. Both are formidable. The 911 Targa 4 suits buyers who prioritise raw power; the 911 Carrera appeals to those after the bigger output.

FAQ

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

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 911 Carrera is faster, beating the 911 Targa 4 by 0.24 seconds.

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

The 911 Targa 4 hits 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds, while the 911 Carrera does it in 4.2 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The 911 Targa 4 produces 379 hp; the 911 Carrera produces 379 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The 911 Targa 4 tops out at 289 km/h, and the 911 Carrera reaches 293 km/h.

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