A new version of 911 - 911

So finally Porsche comes up with an answer to Lamborghini's Estoque , which was unveiled at the Paris motor show last year with its new offering in the 911 series - The Panamera. Gradually drifting away from its trademark two doors, this car has four, which might disappoint the 911 followers. This makes Panamera the first four door coupe from the German manufacturer.


When it comes to exteriors, Porsche's designers seem confused. The design seem to be in the middle of 911 and Carrera GT, while trying to make its own statement, something that isn't usual with the iconic sportscar maker. The design is very aerodynamic and sporty, with the wheels displaying some muscle. The car is much wider and longer than expected. Overall, the exterior looks of the car are not the best from the German brand's designers.

But the interiors make up for the exteriors. The typical low seating coupled with a rich centre console that extends all the way to the rear gives the driver a distinct feeling of being in a cockpit. Surrounding the gear is an array of buttons which give the driver far enough options. There are only two seats on the rear,which have enough leg room and head room for anyone. Only two seats in the rear makes it less flexible, but the company says it can be customised.

And when it comes to performance, i couldn't write anything different. You simply cannot doubt the performance of a Porsche, its going to be brilliant. This car is simply meant for journeys, and the longer the journey is, the great the car feels. Its V8 4.8l engine is a monster, and gives a mammoth 500horsepower of power output with a astounding 700Nm of torque. With 3 different types of suspension modes, its a car for all purposes and the various exhaust modes egg you more to drive harder. The top speed reported on a test drive was 290km in the turbo and 260 in the S and 4S. Driving it for 10 hours at a stretch would not be tiresome at all. The Adaptive Cruise Control which allows you to just take care of the steering while the acceleration and breaking is done by the car, is simply great.

And here's the technical specifications for the car

For models : Panamera S, Panamera 4S, Panamera Turbo

Length(mm) : 4970
Width(mm) : 1931
Height(mm) : 1418
Wheelbase(mm) : 2920
Engine(cc) : 4806
Max Power(bhp/rpm) : 400@6500, 500@6000, 500@6000
Max Torque(Nm/rpm) : 500@3500-5000
Acceleration(sec) 0-100kmph : 6.6,5.0,4.2
0-200 : 18.6, 18.5, 13.9
Top Speed(kmph) : 290, 280, 305
Fuel Economy(kmpl) : 8.0, 9.01, 8.2

Now thats for what i say : Have money,will buy