This Porsche Restomod Has Surprisingly Little Power For The Price

The solution was to combine the 911's body with the 356's flat four-cylinder engine as the new entry-level offering in the lineup.

The Hungarian restomod builder Kamm has a passion for the 912 and specializes in building modernized versions of them. The company's latest offering is the road-friendly 912T for customers looking for something more docile than its existing 912C. Kamm is showing off the new creation by displaying a Targa body and as a coupe, demonstrating the breadth of options available to customers.

Check Out Kamm's 912T

The T in 912T stands for touring, and it represents that this is a model that owners can enjoy on the road, rather than the existing 912C's focus on outright performance. It uses a highly modified version of the model's original Type 616 flat four-cylinder engine. It now displaces two liters, instead of the original 1.6 liters, and the extensive revisions include new cylinder heads and pistons.

"The Kamm 912C is our ultimate interpretation of the iconic 912 for those who desire performance on both the road and track, but when we were asked if we could build a more relaxed, touring version, we were excited to create the 912T." - Miklós Kázmér, founder and CEO of Kamm

The powerplant makes 163 horsepower and 148 pound-feet of torque, with a redline at 6,500 rpm. For comparison, the version in Kamm's 912C produces 187 hp and 168 lb-ft, while being able to rev to 7,200 rpm. The detuned mill is "more civilized," according to the builder. A revised five-speed manual transmission offers smoother shifts, and there's a limited-slip rear differential.

The 912T rides on a custom Tractive suspension tuned for a sporty ride without being too harsh. Buyers also have two 15-inch wheel choices. One is the classic five-spoke Fuchs appearance, and the other looks like retro steel wheels. Four-piston Brembo brake calipers with vented discs are at each corner.

While the power output is modest, the 912T is relatively lightweight by the standards. It only weighs 1,896 pounds, which is 221 pounds less than an original 912. Much of the savings comes from carbon-fiber panels for the bumpers, fenders, hood, and engine cover. The doors are still metal.

Inside, the 912T keeps things simple, yet high-class. The driver looks at a row of large, clear gauges. A modern audio system is optional and is hidden. There's also wireless phone charging available. These two cars feature vibrant white and red cabins, respectively, with retro-styled sports seats.