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Porsche 911 Turbo S and Taycan Turbo S improved by Brabus

The company known worldwide for tuning Mercedes-AMG models has presented special editions of Porsche models Taycan Turbo S and 911 Turbo S, Brabus 820. These are models whose performance has been raised to a higher level by Brabus engineers.

First of all, the power of the Porsche 911 Turbo S in the coupe and convertible edition has been increased. So now the entry model is powered by a 3.8L 6-cylinder engine with 720 hp (530 kW) and 664 lb-ft (900 Nm) of torque, which is a significant increase over the standard 650 hp (478 kW) and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) of torque. However, if that’s not enough, Brabus has remapped the ECU by increasing power to an impressive 820 hp and 950 hp. The car is mounted on 21 and 22-inch wheels, and Brabus offers a choice of carbon components with a matte finish or high gloss.

In order to withstand the increase in power, the cars have also undergone certain visual improvements. There is first and foremost a new front end that reduces front axle lift without affecting active aerodynamics, while the rear end features a large inconel diffuser with four 100mm exhaust pipes. When it comes to the Porsche Taycan Turbo S, there is a front splitter as well as a three-piece rear spoiler and diffuser.

The car also came with an adaptive air suspension to lower the electric Porsche by 20 mm. Inside, there are some unique details such as aluminum pedals and branded sill plates and carbon details. It is mounted on 10-spoke 22-inch wheels.

Source: Brabus

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Porsche 911 SVSR Hoonipigasus with 1,400 HP

Ken Block is a famous rally driver who will take part in the Pikes Peak race again, but this time as the driver of a unique vehicle. Although under contract with Audi, it seems that he is allowed to “cheat” and get behind the wheel of a Porsche 911 SVSR Hoonipigasus. It should also be noted that the car was not made in Zuffenhausen and is reminiscent of the 1971 Porsche 910/20 “Pink Pig”.

The Pikes Peak International Hill Climb is an extremely demanding 20-kilometer race consisting of 156 turns. The start of the race is at 1,440 and the finish at 4,300 meters above sea level.

The car is the result of the work of BBi Autosport, and is equipped with an adjustable suspension that uses GPS coordinates based on last year’s Pikes Peak telemetry. This makes it clear that Block will be driving his unique Porsche to Pikes Peak in Colorado at the PPO (Pikes Peak Open). It won’t be Block’s first Pikes Peak experience as he drove a 200 hp (147 kW) rally car in 2005. Also, in 2017, he appeared in the movie “Climbkhana: Pikes Peak” with a super powerful Ford Mustang Hoonicorn RTR V2 (1965) with 1,400 hp (1030 kW).

Like the aforementioned Ford Mustang RTR V2, the unique 1000 kg Porsche 911 SVSR also has 1,400 hp (1030 kW). It gets its power from a 4.0-liter twin-turbo engine, which is transmitted to both axles.

Source: Ken Block via Twitter

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Mustang Shelby GT500-H with 900 HP

Joining multiple companies in creating super cars is not uncommon. Such is the case with the recently introduced tuned icon of the American automotive industry, the Mustang Shelby GT500-H.

The car is the result of a collaboration between Shelby and Hertz, and only 25 GT500-H models will be produced. 19 cars will be painted in Shadow Black black, while six will wear Oxford white. Cars will be available for rent in several American cities.

The car got a carbon bonnet with prominent vents, making it nearly 14kg lighter than the base model. Golden lines across the body and along the sills pay homage to the first Hertz Shelby Mustang cars. We should not forget the aluminum rims with high performance tires. Inside, the cabin is adorned with the Hertz and Shelby Americana logos while the dashboard features a plate with the production number of the copy.

Under the hood is an improved Predator 5.2-liter turbocharged V8 engine with 900 hp (662 kW), from the GT500. It will also be the most powerful car in Hertz’s offer.

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The Mustang Shelby GT GT-H will also be available as a convertible and fastback. It is a smaller version that will be powered by a standard 5.0-liter Coyote V8 engine with 450 hp (331 kW). It will be equipped with a special bonnet compared to the standard Mustang GT with vents as well as a new front grille that will have wings on both sides. It will be mounted on 20-inch wheels wrapped in Michelin tires.

Source: Hertz