Smyrna Green vs Fjord Green

Two Paint to Sample greens, both rooted in Porsche’s heritage palette and more specifically the 356. Smyrna Green seen here on the 992 Turbo S and Fjord Green on the 911 Turbo 50 Years Edition.

Originally seen on the 356 in the 60s, Smyrna Green is one of the lighter historic greens Porsche has brought back through the modern PTS program. On the 992 Turbo S it reads almost pastel-like compared to most contemporary greens, carrying a warmer base that leans slightly toward yellow rather than blue. The lighter pigment allows more of the body shape to show through, especially on the wide rear haunches of the Turbo S, where reflections stay crisp even in softer light. It’s a color that feels unmistakably vintage in origin, yet surprisingly modern once applied to a current-generation car.

Fjord Green is slightly older, first appearing on the 1957 Porsche 356 palette and sits much deeper on the spectrum. Shown here on the 911 Turbo 50 Years, the shade carries a strong blue influence, giving it a cooler, almost petrol-like tone under certain conditions. Where Smyrna brightens the surface, Fjord tends to absorb light, appearing darker and more restrained. Depending on lighting, Fjord Green can shift from a rich forest green to a muted teal, something Smyrna rarely does due to its lighter base.

Even when not seen together these two non-metallic greens are easily told apart. Place them side by side and they create completely different moods with Smyrna bringing a lighter, nostalgic clarity, while Fjord delivers depth and a more classic, understated presence.