My FM Log: Rennsport Reunions

The 992-spec 911 Turbo S and the Le Mans race car are two prize cars from Forza Motorsport's Update 19. Having obtained these two Porsches, it's time to have a word with them.

First up is the Porsche that nobody in Forza's target audience has seen because they were not born at the time of the race car's debut. It's the #1 Porsche System Engineering 924 GTP Le Mans, and I obtained it from clearing the Porsche Tour before the May 28, 2025, deadline.

In 1979, Porsche began developing the 924 Turbo as a Group 4 GT entry for the 1980 24 Hours of Le Mans. It featured a full alloy roll cage and an additional cross-brace beneath the hood. The body panels were constructed from aluminum, lightweight urethane, and fiberglass. The car utilized disc brakes and axles sourced from the 935 parts bin and a larger intercooler positioned in the nose. An upgraded dog-leg five-speed transmission with a limited-slip differential and its cooler mounted at the rear provided exceptional chassis balance. The suspension was fully adjustable, equipped with titanium springs and Bilstein coil-overs, both front and rear.

Porsche brought a small number of 924 Carrera GTs to compete in the GTP class at the 1980 Le Mans 24-hour race, with the best car finishing sixth overall. 

After a successful debut in 1980, Porsche returned to Le Mans in 1981. That year, Porsche entered both a 924 Carrera GTP and a 944 LM, each equipped with the new 2.5L engine that would later be used in the 924S and 944 models.

In 1982, 924s were only entered by privateers, with two cars being fielded by BF Goodrich using road tires. While the 924 won the IMSA GTO class in 1981 and the IMSA GT class in 1982, it never exceeded the overall performance of the factory-backed Porsche entries, even though the customer cars had more power than the original works cars.

Lastly is the King of 911s, the 992-spec Porsche 911 Turbo S. I obtained it from clearing Update 19's Open Class tour before the May 7, 2025, deadline.

The 992-spec 911 Turbo S is a bona fide supercar that can go from 0-100kph in 2.7 seconds and has a top speed of 330kph. It has a 3.8L flat-6 engine with two VTG turbochargers that produce 650PS of power and 800Nm of torque. The only transmission offered is an 8-speed PDK, and the optional Sport Chrono pack is available. Apart from its performance, the 911 Turbo has a mild but spartan driving feel when enjoyed on track days. It has a four-wheel drive system, updated dynamics and aerodynamics, a PASM sports chassis, and a showy sports exhaust system.

In 2024, a special 911 Turbo 50 model was unveiled in honor of the 911 Turbo's 50th anniversary. Only 1974 models were made, a reference to the year the 911 Turbo was born.

Let's give these Porsche prize cars a quick lap around Lime Rock Park, demonstrating just how Porsche these Porsches are. Let's roll the tapes.

These two different machines have demonstrated what makes a Porsche...well...Porsche.

Enjoy your new rides!