If Porsche is known for one thing, it's incremental progress and refinement. If you look at a Porsche sports car from the 60s and a 2025 model like the 911 Turbo , the similarities are instantly recognizable with the sloping roofline, rear engine layout, and circular headlights; but the differences are just as clear as day, with modern models boasting far more power.
But if power is all you want, which 2025 model has the most horsepower? Unlike other brands, sporty Porsche cars are fine-tuned for maximum enjoyment when the road gets twisty, not just straight-line prowess. In this article, we've ranked the ten most powerful current Porsche sports cars - the mid-engine 718 and rear-engine 911, and their variants.
All figures on power and specifications have been sourced directly from the manufacturer, with base prices correct at the time of writing. Porsche claims all of its cars are "sports cars first," but for the purposes of this list, we have included only 718 and 911 derivatives as these fit our definition of sports car: A small, fast car designed for spirited performance and handling. best. We rank these models from least to most powerful.
Porsche 718 Cayman S & Boxster S
350 Horsepower
If you want a car with one purpose, this is it. Kicking off our list is the Porsche 718 Cayman S with 350 horsepower. Don't be fooled by its place on this list - it has enough power to get to 60 mph in four seconds, which is just as quick as cars that cost a lot more. Its small size and relatively large frunk (and small trunk) make it an easy car to live with daily, but with enough power to make you smile when the road gets twisty, especially in droptop Boxster S form. It's an understated car that doesn't get enough love, and it won't be long before it may turn electric.
Porsche 911 Carrera & Carrera Cabriolet
388 Horsepower
Now for what Porsche is best known for: 911 The base model now costs well over $100k, but it's a no-nonsense car that gives you access to Porsche's legendary flat-six engine that's powered all 911s. It may have grown in size over the last few years, but, just like the 718, it's still an easy car to use every day and even has backseats for passengers with short or no legs (seriously, only use it for children). Unfortunately, Porsche has ditched the manual gearbox for the base car, so you'll have to look for a 'T' variant , which has the same amount of power but a six-speed manual transmission. The Carrera Cabriolet has the same outputs, but takes two-tenths of a second longer to hit 60 mph.
Porsche 718 Cayman 4.0 & Boxster GTS 4.0
394 Horsepower
The Cayman 4.0 is the sweet spot for many. You get the smaller dimensions of a Cayman with enough power to make the base 911 look weak This is one of the best Porsche sports cars for the money - as the base 911 comes in at almost $30k more expensive, and you don't get a lot more performance from that car. Trust us - get into a GTS 4.0, and you won't understand the need for a 911. The same specs are found in the Boxster 4.0.
Porsche 911 Carrera S & Cabriolet S
473 Horsepower
Have a 911 Carrera but just want... more ? The Carrera S is the answer. With a massive boost in performance, the S variant looks pretty much identical to the standard car but has almost 100 more horsepower from a twin-turbo setup. It's a second quicker to 60 mph and will surprise anyone thinking it's just the base car, which isn't slow by any means.
Porsche 718 GT4 RS & 718 Spyder RS
493 Horsepower
If you want the ultimate Cayman or Boxster, look no further than the GT4 RS and Spyder RS . Both are powered by a 4.0L flat-six producing just under 500 hp, which in a car of this size, will kick you right in the teeth. The GT4 RS is the baby brother of the well-loved GT3 RS, but that doesn't mean it's lost any of the bravado. In fact, it'll probably be easier to enjoy on the road, given its slim profile.
Porsche 911 GT3
502 Horsepower
Okay, now we're getting fast. And expensive. The GT3 is one of the staples Of the Porsche lineup, with its track-focused styling (though not as much as the RS version), it certainly turns heads. A bit over 500 horsepower is just right for this car, with Porsche even noting they could have added more, but it might detract from the driving experience. The good news for 2025 is that you can get one with rear seats—a family trip around the Nürburgring, anyone?
Porsche 911 GT3 RS & 911 S/T
518 Horsepower
This pair shows the duality of a single engine. The GT3 RS is the ultimate track weapon; it's ready to set blistering times Around the Nürburgring and deliver the ultimate aero-heavy experience. The S/T is not built for the track - and Porsche makes people well aware of that. The lightened clutch, flywheel, and body make it a challenge to drive, but the reward is pure driving nirvana, apparently. They're all sold out though, so you'll have to wait for the next special edition.
Porsche 911 Carrera GTS & Carrera 4 GTS
532 Horsepower
Now a moment of silence for everyone who thought the 911 would be ruined if Porsche added a hybrid motor To the iconic 911. It didn’t just slap a tiny battery in and pray – that’s not what Porsche does. It went to its motorsport department and used a technology that transforms waste exhaust gases into electrical power and performance in a complicated mess only the Germans would understand. Still, it adds power and speed, which is what we care about in this list. The same engine does duty in the Cabriolet models that bear the "Carrera GTS" and "Carrera4 GTS" moniker, and the special 911 Spirit 70 models that can cost upwards of $240k.
Porsche 911 Turbo & Turbo Cabriolet
572 Horsepower
Just missing out on the top spot is the regular 911 Turbo, one of the best Porsche sports cars money can buy. It puts out a massive 572 horsepower with the unmistakable looks that every Turbo model has featured. The side vents and the large wing have become a part of this car's brand. While it's mega-powerful with 572 horses, it doesn't quite take the winning spot on our list today. It does come in a drop-top version, too, that only loses one-tenth of a second to its closed-roof sibling.
Porsche 911 Turbo S & Turbo S Cabriolet
640 Horsepower
Is this a surprise to anyone? The Turbo S is the ultimate mile cruncher 911 that will blow your socks off with its performance but keep you comfy for a long drive. While it has the most power of all the Porsche sports car models on this list, it doesn't look as outlandish as you'd think. There are plenty of people that daily these cars, and that's a pretty difficult thing to do with Ferrari or Lamborghini that might have the same power. Such is the magic of the 911.
Sources : Porsche
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