Porsche’s Dominance at Le Mans—19 Historic Wins

The Domination Continues

Win 12 – 962C (1987)

Porsche 962C with Rothman livery driving on road with blue sky and trees in the background with the headlights on. — *Distance: 4791.777 (Km) / 2977.472* (Mi)
Drivers: Derek Bell, Hans-J. Stuck and Al Holbert
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In 1987, the 962C, an enhanced version of its predecessor, continued Porsche’s winning streak. The same driver trio of Bell, Stuck, and Holbert showcased exceptional endurance and speed, finishing a remarkable 20 laps ahead of the competition.

Win 13 – 962 Dauer Le Mans GT (1994)

White Porsche 962 Dauer Le Mans GT race car with orange and red accent striping crossing a finish line on a racetrack. — *Distance: 4685.701 (Km) / 2911.560* (Mi)
Drivers: Mauro Baldi, Yannick Dalmas and Hurley Haywood
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After a brief hiatus from the top spot, Porsche returned to glory in 1994 with the 962, driven by Yannick Dalmas, Hurley Haywood, and Mauro Baldi. The race was fiercely competitive, but the team’s experience and the car’s reliability secured a one-lap victory.

Win 14/15 – TWR-Porsche WSC Spyder (1996/1997)

Black open top TWR-Porsche WSC race car with a single driver in the cockpit wearing a helmet on the racetrack passing a white divider with green banners on it. — *Distance: 4814.4 (Km) / 2991.5* (Mi)
Drivers: Manuel Reuter, Alexander Wurz and Davy Jones
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The Porsche WSC-95 prototype claimed back-to-back victories in 1996 and 1997. In 1996, Davy Jones, Alex Wurz, and Manuel Reuter piloted the car to a one-lap win, while in 1997, Michele Alboreto, Stefan Johansson, and Tom Kristensen matched the feat. The WSC-95’s lightweight design and efficient 3.0-liter turbocharged flat-6 engine were instrumental in these successes.

White TWR-Porsche spyder with headlights on driving through a turn with a black race car following closely behind. — *Distance: 4909.6 (Km) / 3050.7* (Mi)
Drivers: Michele Alboreto, Stefan Johansson, Tom Kristensen
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Win 16 – Porsche 911 GT1 ’98 (1998)

White with red and blue Porsche 911 GT1 with large fixed rear spoiler and roof scoop air induct parked at an angle on a road with cloudy blue sky in background. — *Distance: 4783.781 (Km) / 2972.504* (Mi)
Drivers: Allan McNish, Stéphane Ortelli, Laurent Aïello
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Porsche’s 16th overall Le Mans victory came in 1998 with the 911 GT1-98 in its Mobil 1 livery, driven by Laurent Aïello, Allan McNish, and Stéphane Ortelli. This car featured a mid-mounted 3.2-liter twin-turbocharged flat-6 engine, producing around 550 horsepower. The GT1-98’s advanced aerodynamics and engineering excellence culminated in a dominant performance, securing Porsche’s legacy at Le Mans.

Black and white photo of a Porsche 911 with a driver in a white helmet driving through a turn on a racetrack. — Porsche 911, the dominance of the Porsche Brand starts with a two door rear-engine coupe.
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Porsche’s racing dominance at the 24 Hours of Le Mans is unparalleled, with a record 19 overall victories. From the thunderous roar of the 917K securing Porsche’s first win in 1970 to the relentless performance of the 956 and 962 throughout the 1980s, each triumph reflects the brand’s relentless pursuit of performance and endurance. Le Mans itself is more than just a race—it’s a grueling test of engineering and driver resilience, made legendary by the Circuit de la Sarthe’s historic corners and the multi-class battles that unfold simultaneously. Porsche’s DNA is woven into this endurance racing legacy, cementing its place as the most successful manufacturer in Le Mans history. If you weren’t aware that Porsche holds the record for the most wins by any automaker, does it really come as a surprise? Decades of innovation, precision, and sheer willpower have defined Porsche at Le Mans—an achievement unlikely to be surpassed anytime soon.