24 Fastest Cars Porsche Ever Built

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Porsche has built some of the world’s best and most sought-after sports cars. Needless to say, its cars pack a serious punch.

Not all Porsches are created equal, though. Interestingly, thanks to modern technology, some entry-level Porsches are now faster than models considered bona fide supercars just a few decades ago.

We’ve collected data from Porsche’s own website, as well as trustworthy, independent sources to create a list of the 24 fastest Porsches ever made.

Porsche 993 GT2 Clubsport: 0–62 Mph in 3.9 Seconds

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Porsche built 57 road-going 993 GT2s to meet homologation requirements for racing in the GT2 class. They gave the 993 GT2 wider plastic fenders and a large rear wing with air scoops to improve engine cooling.

The last 20 of those 57 road-legal cars were called GT2 Clubsport. These were also the last Porsches to feature the air–cooled engine — which now produced 444 -hp, 20 more than in the “standard” GT2. With that kind of power, the GT2 Clubsport would scramble to 62 mph in just 3.9 seconds.

Porsche 996 GT2: 0–62 Mph in 3.9 Seconds

Front-side view of a silver and black Porsche 996 GT2 in a showroom.
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In 1999, Porsche replaced the air-cooled 993 with the new water-cooled 996 models, and the new GT2 took another two years to develop. When the 996 GT2 finally arrived, it was a car developed for the road, not a homologation special like its predecessor.

It still packed a serious punch, as the 3.6-liter produced 456 -hp in the early models and 476 in later ones. It also had much more aggressive bodywork than the other 996 Porsches. Zero to 62 mph only took 3.9 seconds.

Porsche 718 Spyder 4.0: 0–62 Mph in 3.7 Seconds

Front-side view of a silver 2020 Porsche 718 Spyder, with bold red interior and rainbow reflective headlights.
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The Porsche 718 Spyder 4.0 is a modern-day reference to the original 718 race car. Compared to the Boxster from the same lineup, the Spyder is 176 lbs lighter, and it’s powered by a detuned version of the naturally aspirated flat-six used in the 718 GT4 RS.

In the Spyder, the engine now produces 420-hp and 317 lb-ft of torque, and while there’s a six-speed manual available, the seven-speed PDK transmission offers the fastest 0 to 62 mph time — 3.7 seconds.

Porsche 959 Sport: 0–62 Mph in 3.7 Seconds

Front-side view of an all-white Porsche 959 Sport on a showroom floor.
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When the Porsche 959 debuted in 1986, no other sports car could match its tech, such as AWD, all-wheel-steering, and a crawler gear for off-road use. The standard 959 didn’t quite reach the 200 mph barrier, topping out at 197 mph, but that changed with the Sport version.

Thanks to the 515-hp twin-turbocharged flat-six engine, it smashed through that barrier, and the needle didn’t stop until it reached 211 mph. Just as impressive was it’s acceleration time, as it reached 62 mph in a tire-scorching 3.7 seconds.

Porsche 911 GT1 Straßenversion: 0–62 Mph in 3.7 Seconds

Porsche 911 GT1 Straßenversion, front side view, silver, showroom.
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There are no prizes for guessing that the Porsche 911 GT1 Straßenversion is a homologation special. It’s a barely road-legal version of the car they used to race at Le Mans. Other than its headlights, the Porsche 911 GT1 Straßenversion is nothing like the 996 version of the 911.

Its 3.2-liter twin-turbo flat-six engine produces a very respectable 540-hp and 443 lb-ft of torque — enough to propel it to 62 mph from a standstill in just 3.7 seconds.

Porsche Carrera GT: 0–62 Mph in 3.5 Seconds

Front-side of a silver and black Porsche 924 Carrera GT.
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Porsche only built the mid-engined Carrera GT supercar from 2004 to 2006, and it’s one of the rawest and scariest models to ever emerge from Stuttgart. Only 1,270 units were built, all powered by a naturally aspirated V10 engine producing 611-hp.

It can launch to 62 mph in just 3.5 seconds and reaches a top speed of 205 mph. Known as one of the last analog supercars, the Carrera GT was more than a handful to keep on the road. It’s now infamous for being Paul Walker’s final ride, and it nearly took out Jay Leno at Talladega Superspeedway years before that.

Porsche 997 GT2 RS: 0–62 Mph in 3.5 Seconds

Front-side view and a red and black 2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS, at Kissimmee 2018.
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The Porsche 997 GT2 RS was conceived as a skunk-works project in 2007, and the final result emerged in 2010. At the rear, the GT2 RS had a 612 hp flat-six engine, which would send it to 62 mph in 3.5 seconds and on to a top speed of 205 mph.

Porsche didn’t develop the 997 GT2 RS to be fast in a straight line, though — it was built to smash lap records. It beat the record-holding Nissan GT-R’s time around the Nürburgring Nordschleife by a whopping nine seconds.

Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS: 0–62 Mph in 3.4 Seconds

Front-side view of a gray and black Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS on a racetrack.
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It’s not just the 911 models that have received some hardcore, track-focused versions. Porsche has also turned the mid-engined 718 Cayman into a track missile.

By dropping in a naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-six producing 493-hp and 331 lb-ft of torque, and then connecting it to the rear wheels using a seven-speed PDK gearbox, the 718 Cayman GT4 RS can sprint to 62 mph in just 3.4 seconds.

Porsche 992 Carrera 4 GTS: 0–62 Mph in 3.3 Seconds

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The Porsche 992 Carrera 4 GTS uses a turbocharged 3.0-liter flat-six engine that sends 480 prancing horses to all four wheels. With the optional Sport Chrono package and PDK gearbox, that translates into a 3.3-second 0 to 62 mph time.

The Carrera 4 GTS is faster than some of Porsche’s supercars, but it’s not a race-oriented model, as it slots in neatly between the Carrera 4S and GT3. It also navigated its way around the Nürburgring in an impressive 7:25.

Porsche Cayenne Coupe Turbo GT: 0–62 Mph in 3.2 Seconds

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The fact that an SUV is faster than many supercars is a testament to how far technology has come in recent years. In 2021, Porsche introduced the SUV coupe/fastback Cayenne, and the sportiest version packs a serious punch.

It’s powered by a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 that sends 640-hp and 627 lb-ft to the wheels. Once you floor the pedal, it’ll reach 62 mph in just 3.2 seconds, and it continues until the needle is pointing at 186 mph.

Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid: 0–62 Mph in 3.2 Seconds

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Porsche’s Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid uses a winning combination of gasoline and electric power. Its 4.0-liter V8 produces 550-hp, and there’s a 100kW electric motor for added boost.

This Porsche sedan really moves, and once the throttle is floored, you can expect to see 62 mph in a mere 3.2 seconds, and those brave enough can keep going to 193 mph. In 2021, the Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid set a Nürburgring record for ‘executive class’ sedans, finishing a lap in 7:29.81.

Porsche 911 991.2 GT3 RS: 0–62 Mph in 3.2 Seconds

Front-side view of a lime green and black Porsche 911 GT3 RS on an elevated platform at the Geneva International Motor Show 2018.
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Porsche first introduced the GT3 in 1999, and since then, the race-derived 911 GT3 has become one of the most coveted of the entire lineup. The 991.2 iteration saw production between 2018 and 2019, and unlike most of the other cars on this list, the GT3 had to be naturally aspirated to be eligible for FIA racing.

Its 4.0-liter flat-six produces 520-hp and 347 lb-ft of torque, sent to the rear wheels via a seven-speed PDK gearbox. It reaches 62 mph in 3.2 seconds, continues on to a top speed of 194 mph, and even tackles the Nürburgring in just 7 minutes, 11.62 seconds.

Porsche 911 992 GT3 RS: 0–62 Mph in 3.2 Seconds

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The 991.2 GT3 RS is a tough act to follow, but Porsche didn’t fold under pressure, and knocked it out of the park with the 992 version.

It has a tiny bit more power, now rated at 525-hp, and the 0 to 62 mph time is identical to what its predecessor managed — 3.2 seconds. However, the latest GT3 RS generates double the downforce, which makes it faster through the corners. How much faster? It shaved off an incredible 16 seconds as it flew around the Nürburgring in 6:55.3.

Porsche Panamera Turbo S: 0–62 Mph in 3.1 Seconds

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It’s borderline ridiculous that a five-seat sedan is faster than a race-derived super Porsche, but that’s the case with the Panamera Turbo S. Granted, the aero-kitted GT3 RS is much faster around the Nürburgring, but the Panamera still lapped it in 7:29.8 — that’s faster than some hypercars.

Thanks to a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8, which produces 620-hp and 604 lb-feet of torque, the Panamera Turbo S only needs 3.1 seconds to reach 62 mph.

Porsche 911 991 Turbo S: 0–62 Mph in 2.9 Seconds

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Porsche introduced the 991 Turbo S in 2013 as an upgraded version of the standard Turbo model. Its twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter flat-six engine churns out 552-hp and 516 lb-ft of torque, compared to the regular Turbo’s 513-hp and 457 lb-ft. It even has an Overboost function that pushes the torque figure up to 553 lb-ft.

All this power means the 991 Turbo S can reach 62 mph in just 2.9 seconds, but some car magazines claim they managed to do it in as little as 2.6 seconds.

Porsche 911 992 Turbo: 0–62 Mph in 2.8 Seconds

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Introduced in 2020, the 992 is the current generation of the 911, and the Turbo model is an absolute beast. Unlike the track-focused models, the Turbo is quite luxurious, but it doesn’t sacrifice an ounce of performance.

Its flat-six engine sends 572 wild horses to all four wheels, making it more powerful than the previous generation’s Turbo S model. With the Sport Chrono package, it’ll sprint to 62 mph in just 2.8 seconds.

Porsche Taycan Turbo S: 0–62 Mph in 2.8 Seconds

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Since the Taycan is an electric car, it obviously doesn’t have turbochargers — the name is used purely for branding purposes. Its two electric motors produce 751-hp and 774 lb-ft of torque that’s sent to all four wheels, and since EVs have instant torque, the Taycan Turbo S can accelerate faster than most supercars.

It launches to 62 mph from a standstill in just 2.8 seconds and set a new lap record for series-production EVs around the Nürburgring in 2022 with a time of 7 minutes, 33.3 seconds, and even offers a 345-mile range.

Porsche 911 991 GT2 RS: 0–62 Mph in 2.8 Seconds

Porsche 911 GT2 RS
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The Porsche 991 GT2 RS may not have the instant torque of the Taycan, but it was developed specifically to smash lap records, so it’s no surprise that it’s rather quick off the line.

A twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter flat-six engine is stuffed in the rear, producing an astonishing 690-hp and 553 lb-ft of torque. With a power-to-weight ratio of 4.63 lbs per hp, it was the most powerful 911 ever and would sprint to 62 mph in 6.8 seconds. With Lars Kern behind the wheel, it even flew around the Nürburgring in 6 minutes 43.3 seconds, a new record for road-legal production cars.

Porsche 935 “Moby Dick”: 0–62 Mph in 2.7 Seconds

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We admit we’re cheating a little here, as the 935 was a race car. However, it’s so iconic that it deserves a spot here; plus, Porsche did build one road-going version for racing team owner and businessman Mansour Ojjieh.

The 935 Flatnose was the first rear-engined car to win Le Mans, and it soon became a dominant force on the racetrack during the 1970s and 1980s. It was powered by a 3.0 or 3.3-liter turbocharged flat-six, producing between 560 and 845-hp, depending on the setup. Since it only weighed 2,138 to 2,260 lbs, it could scramble to 60 mph in just 2.7 seconds.

Porsche 911 992 Turbo S: 0–62 Mph in 2.7 Seconds

Porsche 911 992 Turbo S
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The latest 911 Turbo S is a proper beast. The “S” means the 3.7-liter flat six produces 650-hp and 590 lb-ft of torque — about 70 more horses than the standard Turbo model.

It’s got all kinds of creature comforts, such as 18-way adjustable seats, yet it still reaches 62 mph in the same time as one of the most feared race cars of the 1970s — the 935. The 992 Turbo S went around the Nürburgring Nordschleife in 7:17.3 minutes, making it the fastest road-legal production vehicle without semi-slick tires.

Porsche 918 Spyder: 0–62 Mph in 2.6 Seconds

2014 Porsche 918 Spyder
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Many Porsche enthusiasts consider the 918 Spyder as the spiritual successor of the Carrera GT. It’s one-third of the “Holy Trinity” of hypercars and may just be the best mid-engined Porsche ever.

It’s the first Porsche sports car to feature hybrid technology, which helped push its performance to another level. The naturally aspirated, flat-plane crankshaft V8 works with two electric motors, resulting in 886-hp and 944 lb-ft. Reaching 60 mph from a standstill only takes 2.6 seconds.

Porsche 935 (911): 0–62 Mph in 2.5 Seconds

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Remember the 935 race car we mentioned earlier? In 2019, Porsche wanted to celebrate that iconic model and built a limited edition 935 with a retro-inspired exterior design. What was underneath the styling was just as special as it was based on the 991 GT2 RS.

Weighing just 3,042 lbs, the 935 is 200 lbs lighter than the already lightweight GT2 RS. With 691-hp, it only needs 2.5 seconds to reach 62 mph. Porsche only built 77 units, available in different color schemes, including the Martini Racing livery.

Porsche 992 Turbo S Lightweight: 0–60 Mph in 2.2 Seconds

Front-side view of a matte blacked-out Porsche 992 Turbo S Lightweight.
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If the “standard” 992 Turbo S is too slow, you can order the lightweight model for around $10,000 more. It’s a case of less is more. You get less sound-deadening, no rear seat, thinner glass, etc. In total, the diet has resulted in 80 lbs of weight savings, and for that, you have to pay more. The engine remains the same.

Car and Driver tested the Turbo S Lightweight, and they claim it could reach 60 mph in just 2.2 seconds.

Porsche 917: 0–62 Mph in 1.9 Seconds

Front-side view of a red and white 1970 Porsche 917K driving on a track.
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The Porsche 917 dominated races at Le Mans and Daytona thanks to its aerodynamic design and flat-12 engine. However, a handful of 917s were converted to road cars, and their performance was just as impressive.

Power came from a Mezger-designed engine, ranging from a 4.5 to a 5.4-liter naturally-aspirated or twin-turbo flat-12, producing between 540 and 1,500+ hp. Since the heaviest 917 only weighed 1,808 lbs, it had a ridiculous power-to-weight ratio. The 917/30 Can-Am Spyder had a 0 to 60 mph time of 1.9 seconds, which was unheard of in the early 1970s.

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