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Ever wondered what a Danish take on the legendary 959 would look like? Of course you have—and now, here it is.

But don't panic; this isn’t some complicated math problem; the 9X9 is the latest masterpiece from Danish Porsche reimaginers, Kalmar. These are the folks who’ve already wowed us with an electric 911 made from plant-based materials (yes, really) and rally-ready beasts like the RS-R. Even Tom ‘Mr. Le Mans’ Kristensen couldn’t resist adding one to his collection.

Every carmaker dreams of a flagship supercar, and Kalmar’s dream has just hit the road. Enter the 9X9—a carbon-bodied, 959-inspired marvel available in not one, not two, but three power levels. Buckle up.

At the top of the range, you’ve got the 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged monster that churns out a jaw-dropping 694 kW. That’s right, 930 horsepower driving all four wheels via a seven-speed twin-clutch gearbox. Kalmar hasn’t disclosed where all these parts come from, but it’s safe to say Stuttgart’s influence is strong here. Opt for this version, and you’ll also get a featherweight F1-grade Inconel exhaust system—because why not?

Of course, you can’t just bolt 694 kW to the back of a 911 and expect everything to go smoothly. To help you harness all that power, Kalmar has meticulously engineered the body to generate a staggering 1,450 kg of downforce. To put that in perspective, the cutting-edge Porsche 992 GT3 RS generates 860 kg at 285 km/h, and even the Aston Martin Valkyrie taps out at around 1,100 kg. Kalmar’s claim is, to say the least, ambitious.

But if 694 kW sounds a bit too wild for your taste, Kalmar offers a ‘Sport’ model, which dials it down to a still-potent 485 kW. This version features a 3.0-liter twin-turbo flat-six, all-wheel drive, and the same double-clutch transmission. It’s less unhinged, but still seriously quick.

Or, for those who prefer a purer driving experience, there’s the 9X9 Leichtbau, or lightweight version. This one strips things back to basics—no turbos, no paddles, and no front driveshafts. Instead, you get a six-speed manual gearbox paired with a naturally aspirated, high-revving 4.0-liter engine. Think of it as Kalmar’s take on GT3 touring, with a focus on driver engagement above all else.

Inside, Kalmar has wisely kept an analog rev counter, bucking the trend of digital overload seen in the latest 911s. They’ve also ditched the radio and navigation system, though you still get Bluetooth connectivity for your phone, so you won’t be entirely disconnected from the modern world.

Each Kalmar 9X9 will be coachbuilt to be completely unique, with deliveries expected to begin in July 2025. But with the Porsche tuning scene already bursting with talent, the real question is: would you spend your lottery winnings on this Danish dynamo?

Author
Josh N

Josh is an avid Petrolhead and has been creating content in the motoring space for the last two years. As a qualified Pilot, he normally travels much faster than most rood-going vehicles. His favourite brand is Koeniggsegg.


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