Porsche 911 Carrera RS 993
The ultimate air-cooled evolution: a raw, lightweight homologation special for the road.
- Power
- 300 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 4.7 s
- Top speed
- 172 mph
- Est. value
- $350k–$550k
About the Porsche 911 Carrera RS 993
The 993 Carrera RS is the final air-cooled Rennsport model, built as a homologation special for the BPR GT3 and GT4 racing categories. It features a bored-out 3.8-litre M64/20 engine equipped with Porsche's VarioRam intake system, producing a linear 300 hp. To achieve its lightweight status, Porsche removed the rear seats, soundproofing, and electric amenities, while adding a seam-welded shell and a massive fixed rear wing. It is widely regarded by collectors as one of the most tactile and rewarding 911s ever produced, offering a purity of steering and mechanical connection that modern successors struggle to replicate.
Porsche 911 Carrera RS 993 specs
The Porsche 911 Carrera RS 993 produces 300 bhp (224 kW) and 355 Nm (262 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 4.7 seconds and has a top speed of 172 mph (277 km/h).
| Make | Porsche |
|---|---|
| Model | 911 Carrera RS |
| Generation | 993 |
| Trim | 3.8 |
| Years | 1995–1996 |
| Type | Supercar |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Germany |
| Production | About 1,014 built |
| Engine | 3.8-litre air-cooled flat-six |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3,746 cc (3.7 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 300 bhp (224 kW) at 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 355 Nm (262 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,100 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 4.7 s |
| Top speed | 172 mph (277 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,270 kg (2,800 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 236 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 993 worth?
A typical Porsche 911 Carrera RS 993 is estimated to be worth $350,000 – $550,000 (about £261,000 – £410,000).
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 993 rarity in CarSpot
The Porsche 911 Carrera RS 993 is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 100 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 993 fun facts
- The 993 RS was never officially imported to the United States, making it a highly sought-after grey-market import for American collectors.
- It features unique 18-inch three-piece 'Speedline for Porsche' light-alloy wheels that are iconic to this specific model.
- Weight-saving measures were so extreme that Porsche even used thinner glass and an aluminium bonnet to shave off approximately 100kg over the standard Carrera.
