The converted 964 roadster has 500 electric horsepower on tap thanks to a modified Tesla Model S motor.
Sacrilege Motors, a Connecticut-based company that specializes in restoring and converting old Porsches to all-electric power, has created a zero-emissions 1992 911 Cabriolet that uses a modified Tesla Model S motor for a total power output of 500 horsepower.
With a torque figure of 369 pound-feet, the 3,200-pound all-electric roadster can sprint from 0 to 60 miles per hour in under 4 seconds, while a limited-slip rear differential maximizes grip in tricky road conditions.GTS has 509 hp and can accelerate to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds, according to the German automaker, so specs-wise, the two are similar, but looks-wise, retro lovers will probably go for the 31-year-old convertible.
“Our passion for Porsche cars is paramount to this project,” said Bobby Singh, Sacrilege Motors’ president and technical lead. “We want to deliver an analog, air-cooled-era 911 with the reliability and instant power of an EV while preserving an exhilarating driving experience that’s familiar to air-cooled 911 enthusiasts. Retaining the 911’s best handling characteristics, with added performance and upgraded components, all while reducing its environmental impact, was our ultimate goal.
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