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1963: 901 Originally unveiled as the 901 at the 1963 Frankfurt IAA Motor Show, the 911 was launched in 1964 with an air- cooled flat-six engine with 2.0-litre displacement which delivered 130 hp. Number of vehicles produced: 81,100 1997: Type 996 The Type 996 was essentially an entirely new car, while retaining all the character of its heritage. Its water- cooled flat-six engine delivered 300 hp and reduced noise, emissions and fuel consumption. Number of vehicles produced: 179,163 1973: G Series Ten years later the 911 had its first thorough makeover, introducing energy absorbing bellows bumpers. A year later the first 911 Turbo launched – the world’s first series sports car with a turbocharger. Number of vehicles produced: 198,414 2004: Type 997 The new generation 911 returned to the classic clear oval headlights, while jumping to new levels of performance. The Carrera’s 3.6-litre flat-six engine turned out 325 hp. The chassis was also substantially reworked. Number of vehicles produced: 215,092