Does the Porsche 911 Use a Horizontally Opposed Engine?
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The entire Porsche 911 series utilizes horizontally opposed engines. The 2019 Porsche 911 is equipped with a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged six-cylinder horizontally opposed engine, delivering a maximum power output of 331 kW and a peak torque of 530 Nm. The engine reaches its maximum power at 6,500 rpm, while peak torque is available between 2,300 and 5,000 rpm. It is paired with an 8-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission. The Porsche 911 features a MacPherson strut front suspension and a multi-link independent rear suspension. Additionally, there are higher-performance variants of the Porsche 911, which are equipped with even more powerful engines.