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Fastwong · 2024-06-27T17:36:43Z

Explore Deman Motorsport's high-horsepower Porsche GT builds. Fastwong and the community discuss the pursuit of power vs. driving purity in Porsche GT4s and GT3s.

Fastwong

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Fastwong's recent post about preparing his car for summer sparked a lively discussion among enthusiasts. He delves into the world of Deman Motorsport, a specialist known for transforming Porsche GT models into high-horsepower, naturally aspirated machines. Fastwong's reflections on the pursuit of 'more' versus 'less' in automotive performance resonate with many collectors who appreciate both raw power and the nuanced joy of driving.

All the recent threads inspired me to get the car out and ready for summer! Took the long way to the shop and was reminded how little more I could want from a car. If anything it is too much for our roads and traffic, too much power, grip, brake, everything that I can't imagine "upgrading" to more. I think the next step is maybe less, less everything, more Caterham than F12....

But for Porsche owners that want more, the "shop" is Deman Motorsport, the home of big block yuge power Porsches. They are punching GT4s and GT3s flat sixes out to 4.7l / 4.5l resulting in >600hp NA sledge hammers. Tidy buttoned up Porsches transform into absolutely wild monsters, muscle cars that can go everywhere sideways. These builds make stock but incredible GT3 engines feel like S2000s, I can't say enough how much a big bucket of more torque totally changes the driving experience, highly recommended 😂

Nearly a dozen GT4s, Spyders, and GT3s from all over the world here at the shop getting yuge engines.

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A well-known car reviewer initially dismissed the Deman Motorsport builds, claiming familiarity with all Porsche models. However, after experiencing a 4.5L development car, he declared it the best Porsche he had ever driven and subsequently acquired a 4.5L Spyder for himself.
The contributor reflects on the joy of driving an '88 M5 with skinny 225 tires, highlighting the ability to rotate and slide the car at low speeds. This experience suggests a preference for a more engaging, less numbing driving experience compared to modern cars optimized for Nürburgring times.
For street driving, a car like an '86 model offers more fun because it can be 'flogged' at relatively reasonable speeds. While more power is enjoyable on the track, it can be excessive for public roads.
The contributor finds spiritual escape and centering in mountain road drives, prioritizing the sound of the flat-six engine and the wind over lap times or straight-line speed. This perspective suggests a shift away from the pursuit of ultimate performance towards a more soulful driving experience.
The pursuit of extreme power and speed in cars, much like frequent service for a complex watch, is an inherently expensive endeavor.

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roundel

Jun 27, 2024

At least on the street. My 86 is fun on the street because you can flog it and it’s still going relatively reasonable speeds. For the track, I do enjoy a bit more oomph. 😇

Cpt Scarlet

Jun 27, 2024

Looks very nice 👍

myles721

Jun 27, 2024

You’re gonna need the grip😉…🏁🏁🏁

gregcarraram3

Jun 27, 2024

My favorite brand, as you may have seen…I would lose my license in a week. 😂

cazalea

Jun 28, 2024

Equal to sending in your tourbillon for service 10 times... let's face it, power and going fast is expensive. Not saying I haven't spent plenty in this direction in the past but I'm over it (for this week, anyway) 😉 Cazalea

Fastwong

Jun 28, 2024

Maybe the most fun car I ever had on street or track was my '88 M5, on little 225s you could pick your angle. I think we all need to go back to skinny tires, being able to rotate and slide a car a low speeds was lost as Nurburgring times for street cars has became a thing. On the track all the power and grip are nice but on the road, maybe all a little numbing....

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