Porsche Carrera RS 2.7 Archives

It all started back in 1972 when the Porsche Carrera RS 2.7 had its debut and was named after 356 Carreras while the RS was developed to meet the homologation requirements in motorsport. Now, half a century later, the RS model still attracts attention with its appearance, bringing smiles to faces.

Carrera RS 2.7 was designed with a larger body that allowed more space for a bigger engine compared to the previous 911 models, which now developed 210 hp (150 kW). It is equipped with new suspension, wider rear wheels and rear fenders for 185 / 70VR15 (front) and 215 / 60VR15 (rear) Pirelli Cinturato CN36 tires. For better aerodynamics and greater downforce, the designers have designed a duck tail. All this allowed the Carrera RS 2.7 to reach 62 mph in 5.8 seconds with a top speed of 152 mph (245 km / h), which was remarkable for that time.

The intention was a sports car that is also suitable for the road. The model was produced from 1973 to 1974, and only 1580 units were produced.

To celebrate 50 years since the first RS model, Porsche recently presented the 911 GT3 RS, a road legal sports car that brings new aerodynamic and technological solutions. It is powered by a naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-six engine with 518 hp (386 kW). The engine is paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch (PDK) transmission. It reaches 62 mph (100 km/h) in 3.2 seconds with a top speed of 184 mph (296 km/h).

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In this difficult economic situation, companies are trying to make additional profits in various ways. Thus, Puma in cooperation with Porsche presented a limited series of sneakers (Puma x Porsche Suede RS 2.7) in honor of one of the most popular Porsche cars, 911 Carrera RS 2.7.

Ever since it appeared 50 years ago, the 911 Carrera RS 2.7 has attracted attention with its appearance, entering the hearts of enthusiasts of the most popular car brand. The intention was to produce a sports car suitable for the road. At that time it was the fastest German car but also one of the fastest in the world. It reached 62 mph in 5.8 seconds with a top speed of 152 mph (245 km / h).

Puma x Porsche Suede RS 2.7 sneakers marking the big jubilee and will be produced in 500 pairs of each color (ten colors in total) as Porsche produced 500 cars to meet the homologation regulations for Group 4.

When it comes to the price of sneakers, each pair will cost 120 euros and will be available in eight colors around the world, while orange and black are reserved only for the Dutch and Japanese markets.

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