# Speedy Supercharged Sports Cars The 2017 Porsche 960 Displays at the Detroit Auto Show 2014 By Jennifer Paul | Published 2014-01-14 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2017-porsche-960 References: [caranddriver](http://www.caranddriver.com/features/2017-porsche-960-25-cars-worth-waiting-for-20142017-future-cars) & [porsche](http://www.porsche.com/canada/en/?gclid=CL_1z7H4_bsCFfBcMgodNTsA4A) The 2017 [Porsche](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-taycan) 960 is the definition of a [supercharged sports car](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mclaren-w1). The 960 is based on Porsche's new modular sport architecture. It will supposedly feature a boxer eight engine opposed to rumors of a flat six. The quad-turbocharged supercar will have a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic and an all-wheel-drive system. The vehicle is aiming for 0-60 in just 2.5 seconds. The 2017 Porsche 960 will have a 3.9L engine with 650 hp. Porsche is expecting to sell about 3000-4000 of this particular car in just six years, and production begins in 2017. The development of the new engine has reportedly been cleared by [VW Group](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-audi-a6-etron) chief Ferdinand Piech. This luxurious supercar will be on any car fanatic's radar until its official reveal. We'll just have to wait a little longer until the 2017 Porsche 960 is ready for a test drive. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Supercharged Sports Cars:** The 2017 Porsche 960 showcases the trend of supercharged sports cars with its powerful engine and impressive speed capabilities. - **Modular Sport Architecture:** Porsche's new modular sport architecture demonstrates the trend of designing flexible and adaptable vehicle platforms that can be used for various models and configurations. - **Quad-turbocharged Supercars:** The 2017 Porsche 960 represents the trend of quad-turbocharged supercars, providing enhanced performance and acceleration. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive Manufacturing:** The automotive manufacturing industry can capitalize on the trend of supercharged sports cars by developing advanced engines and technologies to meet the growing demand for high-performance vehicles. - **Luxury Car Market:** The luxury car market can benefit from the trend of quad-turbocharged supercars by offering exclusive and high-end vehicles that offer exceptional speed and performance. - **Automotive Technology:** The automotive technology industry can explore opportunities in the trend of modular sport architecture by developing innovative solutions for creating flexible and scalable vehicle platforms. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Premium Sporty Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-taycan.md) - [Automaker EV Pledges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porsche-718.md) - [Zero-Compromise Hybrid SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porsche-cayenne-s-ehybrid.md) - [Aerodynamic Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2023-911-gt3-rs.md) - [Electric Luxe Concept Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mission-x.md) - [High-Performance Hybrid Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-bugatti-tourbillon.md) - [Luxe All-Electric Crossovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-porsche-macan-ev.md) - [Luxury Long-Range Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porsche-cayenne-electric.md) - [Sleek Reimagined Racing Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porsche-99x.md)