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Ferdinand Anton Ernst Porsche (19 September 1909 – 27 March 1998), [1] mainly known as Ferry Porsche, was an Austrian-German technical automobile designer and automaker - entrepreneur. He operated Porsche AG in Stuttgart, Germany. His father, Ferdinand Porsche Sr. was also a renowned automobile engineer and founder of Volkswagen and Porsche.
Learn about Ferry Porsche, the son of Ferdinand Porsche and the founder of the Porsche sports car company. Discover his achievements, challenges and legacy in the automotive industry.
His passion and belief in his dream changed the automotive world forever. The legacy of a big dream Back in 1948, Ferry Porsche presented his vision of a sports car to the world. The 356 ‘No 1’ Roadster wasn't just a passing fancy, but the final answer to a dream he never let go.
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Learn about the life and career of Wolfgang Porsche, the chairman of the Porsche AG Supervisory Board and the grandson of Ferdinand Porsche. Discover his childhood memories, his passion for sports cars and racing, and his family values.
Ferdinand Porsche dies. Horsepower for the 356 jumps to 60. 1953. 550 Spyder road/race model proves a "giant killer" among larger, more powerful cars from Ferrari, Jaguar, Maserati and Aston-Martin. 1954. Speedster model introduced as low-priced, "stripped-down" version of 356.
He is best known for creating the first gasoline – electric hybrid vehicle ( Lohner–Porsche ), the Volkswagen Beetle, the Auto Union racing cars, the Mercedes-Benz SS/SSK, and several other important developments and Porsche automobiles.
Learn about the life and achievements of Ferry Porsche, the son of Ferdinand Porsche and the creator of the iconic Porsche 356 and 911 models. Discover how he started his own automobile shop, worked on the Volkswagen prototype, and developed the first limited-slip differential.
