Porsche 911 Carrera RS 964
The purist's air-cooled 911, born from the Carrera Cup and stripped to its visceral core.
- Power
- 260 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 5.1 s
- Top speed
- 162 mph
- Est. value
- $180k–$450k
About the Porsche 911 Carrera RS 964
The 964 Carrera RS was a homologation special that revived the legendary Rennsport name for the 1990s. Based on the Carrera Cup racer, it featured a seam-welded chassis, an aluminium bonnet, and thinner glass to save roughly 155kg over the standard Carrera 2. The M64/03 engine was blueprinted and paired with a lightweight single-mass flywheel, providing a rev-happy character and immediate throttle response. It remains one of the most sought-after air-cooled Porsches for its uncompromising, analogue connection between driver and road.
Porsche 911 Carrera RS 964 specs
The Porsche 911 Carrera RS 964 produces 260 bhp (194 kW) and 325 Nm (240 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 5.1 seconds and has a top speed of 162 mph (260 km/h).
| Make | Porsche |
|---|---|
| Model | 911 Carrera RS |
| Generation | 964 |
| Trim | 3.6 |
| Years | 1991–1992 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Germany |
| Production | About 2,282 built |
| Engine | 3.6-litre air-cooled flat-six |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3,600 cc (3.6 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 260 bhp (194 kW) at 6,100 rpm |
| Torque | 325 Nm (240 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,800 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 5.1 s |
| Top speed | 162 mph (260 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,220 kg (2,690 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 213 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Porsche 911 Carrera RS 964 worth?
A typical Porsche 911 Carrera RS 964 is estimated to be worth $180,000 – $450,000 (about £134,000 – £336,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Porsche 911 Carrera RS 964 rarity in CarSpot
The Porsche 911 Carrera RS 964 is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 98 out of 100. The rarest tier: hypercars, one-offs and cars built in tiny numbers, typically fewer than about 500. A Unicorn card is worth 320 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Porsche 911 Carrera RS 964 fun facts
- The RS was never officially sold in the United States due to homologation costs, leading Porsche to create the softer 'RS America' as a consolation for the US market.
- Weight saving was so extreme that the car lacked power steering, air conditioning, rear seats, and even sound deadening, using simple fabric pull straps instead of door handles.
- The 17-inch 'Cup' wheels were made from lightweight magnesium rather than the standard aluminium alloy to further reduce unsprung weight.
