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Porsche’s new 911 PDK goes head-to-head with the Aston Vantage Sportshift in a battle of the hi-tech gearboxes.


They say racing improves the breed – but car buyers have to be patient to feel any benefits of motorsport programmes. Just look at Porsche. Even though the German supercar company first developed a twin-clutch gearbox for its competition entries back in the Eighties, 0the technology has only now filtered down to the legendary 911.

The clever new PDK set-up is billed as an alternative to Porsche’s excellent manual gearbox, but it effectively replaces the old Tiptronic automatic. Few cars deliver the driving thrills of a 911 – so does this transmission get the thumbs-up?

To find out, we’ve put the recently revised 911 Carrera S – complete with direct fuel injection and improvements to the cabin – up against some talented opposition from much closer to home. The gorgeous Aston Martin V8 Vantage needs no introduction. It delivers a blend of raw speed and stunning looks to rival any ultra-high-performance model in the world – and it’s now available with the latest generation of the company’s automated manual transmission.

The single-clutch system is called Sportshift, and it promises to provide the Vantage with a sportier driving experience than the conventional manual model – but which of these race-inspired cars will take the chequered flag first?

Full Article: 911 PDK vs Aston Vantage Sportshift



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Porsche please

^ amen! In a heartbeat.

But just look at the Aston!! I think, I would decide for that one!!

For peace of mind = Porsche & to turn heads = Aston-Martin

And I'd go with the Porsche!