BHP+80 hp (15%)
Standard
520 hp
Tuned
600 hp
Torque+90 Nm (13%)
Standard
710 Nm
Tuned
800 Nm
Suitability
Good (6/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
MediumPorsche 911 3.8i Turbo 520hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Porsche 911 3.8i Turbo 520hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2011 - 2015 ( 991 ) petrol engine from 520 BHP to 600 BHP and from 710 Nm to 800 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 6/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Porsche 911 can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 6thof 49 Porsche 911 engines by power gain
- 95%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 74%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Porsche 911 3.8i Turbo 520hp is a 3.8L turbocharged petrol engine producing 520 BHP and 710 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 600 BHP and 800 Nm — a gain of around 80 BHP (15%) and 90 Nm (13%).
This engine has moderate remap suitability, with a balanced spread of gains across both power and torque — providing a noticeable improvement across the rev range. The tuning headroom is classified as moderate, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
Considerations: Turbo petrol: fuel quality and cooling can influence repeatable performance.. High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.
All figures shown are typical estimates based on aggregated Stage 1 data for this engine variant. Actual results depend on vehicle condition, mileage, and the chosen tuning method. We recommend discussing your specific vehicle with a qualified remap professional.
Considerations
!Turbo petrol: fuel quality and cooling can influence repeatable performance.
!High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.