PORSCHE 911 rivals come and go with unfaltering regularity but never has one model convincingly knocked the iconic rear-engined model from its perch at the top of the supercar pile.

Its blend of constantly evolving but unmistakable styling, potent performance and customary German build quality have made it the only choice for thousands of enthusiasts since its creation more than 50 years ago.

Add to that a history punctuated by racing successes, broken records and a long line of celebrity endorsements, and you have a recipe that is hard to crack.