10Best Test Notes: 2010 Porsche 911

Is the Porsche 911 at an evolutionary dead end? Enthusiasts have been asking that question for almost as long as the 911 has existed. But even if, mechanically speaking, the car always seems to have more to give, you have to wonder how long the 911 is going to last in light of Porsche’s current product strategy. The 911’s GT-oriented customers conceivably could be satisfied with a Panamera or, rumor has it, a Panamera coupe. And the hardcore enthusiast is arguably better served by the Cayman. As much as I love the 911 and was again blown away by it on the 10Best loop, I have to agree that there are some sacrifices inherent in its layout—secondary

ride, for one (can’t wait for those adaptive engine mounts to trickle down!). The Cayman that’s also here this week has no such vices born of rear-engineness, and is fractionally more satisfying to drive than the bigger Porsche. Indeed, the 911 would appear to be squeezed at both ends. So, a new question: Can you imagine Porsche without its 911? Our 10Best winners will be announced in our January 2010 issue. Please check for it on newsstands on December 5. Related posts: 10Best Test Notes: 2010 Porsche 911 Carrera Manual 10Best Test Notes: 2010 Porsche Cayman 10Best Test Notes: 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata

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10Best Test Notes: 2010 Porsche 911