Formula One brainpower helps new Classic Turbo Targas and Cabriolets twist a lot less by adding carbon fiber reinforcing pieces to the original steel monocoque. This results in a claimed 175 percent increase in torsional rigidity, transforming how a car feels over bumps, under braking, and when leaning on it in corners.
The new design is a wide-bodied, big-power love letter to the original 911 Turbo, but structural stiffness was a major issue due to the open-top design of the Cabriolets and Targas. Singer's Classic Turbo program took Porsche's Type 964 and turned it into a high-performance vehicle, but modern tires, suspension, and increased power required a solution to the flex and handling issues.
Red Bull Advanced Technologies stepped in to provide the expertise, using digital scans and simulations to identify weak spots in the structure and design 13 carbon fiber reinforcing pieces to strengthen those areas. The result is a car that drives as good as it looks, making the open-top design more appealing to enthusiasts.
With its claimed 175 percent increase in torsional rigidity, the new Classic Turbo Targas and Cabriolets are poised to revolutionize the way we think about convertibles. The level of detail and expertise required to achieve this result is a testament to the capabilities of Red Bull Advanced Technologies and Singer's commitment to creating exceptional vehicles.