Carrera DIGITAL 132 Porsche 904 Carrera GTS "No.51" (Item No. 30682/27459)
Technical data:
Weight (complete vehicle with magnets): 83 grams
Weight (body): 21 grams
Length including spoiler: 130 mm
Wheelbase: 72 mm
Track width (front axle): 47 mm
Track width (rear axle): 47 mm
Other: Independent front suspension
Overview of the color variants:
Following the red and silver versions from the two anniversary basic packages, the Porsche 904 Carrera GTS is now also available as a single vehicle, in a classic, understated sky blue color scheme.
Technology:
The vehicle's petite dimensions result in a correspondingly small and densely packed chassis. The front axle is independent, and the familiar E200 engine serves as the powerplant. Conventional LEDs are used for the lighting, although I would have preferred flat SMD LEDs for the headlights, at least. At just 83 grams, the vehicle is a lightweight.
Care must be taken when removing the body from the chassis. The front body screws are shorter than the rear ones, a feature also found in some classic Unimogs from the 1960s. If you mix up the screws during assembly, there's a risk of accidentally puncturing the body.
Optics:
There's hardly anything left to be desired here; the little Porsche cuts a fine figure from every perspective. The truly beautifully designed headlights and taillights are worth highlighting. The well-designed rims also contribute to the good visual impression. The delicate exhaust pipe is prone to breakage. The sponsor logo is contemporary and understated.
Driving test:
Due to its comparatively low weight, the car takes off like a rocket, so its performance is initially more comparable to a modern Formula 1 car than a classic vintage car. Despite the narrow track, there's no noticeable tendency to roll over; the two chassis magnets keep the Porsche 904 securely on track. Fast lap times can be achieved, but this requires a high level of concentration and good reflexes.
Without the rear magnet, you gain a bit more usable range – as always – but a sensitive thumb is still required. Regardless of the magnet configuration chosen, it's a good idea, at least with the digital model, to reduce the maximum speed slightly via the BB/CU to achieve more harmonious handling.
CoMod Chris
Technical data:
Weight (complete vehicle with magnets): 83 grams
Weight (body): 21 grams
Length including spoiler: 130 mm
Wheelbase: 72 mm
Track width (front axle): 47 mm
Track width (rear axle): 47 mm
Other: Independent front suspension
Overview of the color variants:
Following the red and silver versions from the two anniversary basic packages, the Porsche 904 Carrera GTS is now also available as a single vehicle, in a classic, understated sky blue color scheme.
Technology:
The vehicle's petite dimensions result in a correspondingly small and densely packed chassis. The front axle is independent, and the familiar E200 engine serves as the powerplant. Conventional LEDs are used for the lighting, although I would have preferred flat SMD LEDs for the headlights, at least. At just 83 grams, the vehicle is a lightweight.
Care must be taken when removing the body from the chassis. The front body screws are shorter than the rear ones, a feature also found in some classic Unimogs from the 1960s. If you mix up the screws during assembly, there's a risk of accidentally puncturing the body.
Optics:
There's hardly anything left to be desired here; the little Porsche cuts a fine figure from every perspective. The truly beautifully designed headlights and taillights are worth highlighting. The well-designed rims also contribute to the good visual impression. The delicate exhaust pipe is prone to breakage. The sponsor logo is contemporary and understated.
Driving test:
Due to its comparatively low weight, the car takes off like a rocket, so its performance is initially more comparable to a modern Formula 1 car than a classic vintage car. Despite the narrow track, there's no noticeable tendency to roll over; the two chassis magnets keep the Porsche 904 securely on track. Fast lap times can be achieved, but this requires a high level of concentration and good reflexes.
Without the rear magnet, you gain a bit more usable range – as always – but a sensitive thumb is still required. Regardless of the magnet configuration chosen, it's a good idea, at least with the digital model, to reduce the maximum speed slightly via the BB/CU to achieve more harmonious handling.
CoMod Chris
