PERFORMANCE A naturally-aspirated engine, what else? With a full four liters of displacement and six cylinders. In a horizontally opposed layout. In the rear. Just as you would expect from a 911. Six individual throttle bodies ensure a direct engine responsiveness that is easier to control. It is a high-revving concept that scratches the 9,000 mark, and delivers a maximum torque of 346 lb. ft., which is an increase of 7 lb. ft., compared with its predecessor. And of course, this comes with a purebred sound that will blow you away. On these technical bases, the engine of the new 911 GT3 draws a maximum power of 502 hp from exactly 3,996 cm³. With the standard 7-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK), the 911 GT3 sprints from 0 to 60 mph in a mere 3.2 seconds. The thrust? It doesn‘t stop until it reaches an impressive 197mph. The
911 GT3 with its touring package is no less performance-focused. With manual transmission, it passes the 60 mph mark in just 3.7 seconds, with a top track speed of 199 mph. The drive unit of the new 911 GT3 models was developed in the same place where they build their race cars: Flacht. It is modelled on the base engine of the 911 GT3 Cup and is particularly robust and high-performing. The more central position of the rear engine mounts is new. The resulting more streamlined tuning of the mounts reduces engine vibrations and also stabilizes the vehicle, especially during dynamic cornering with bumps. In the new 911 GT3, the 7-speed PDK boasts an even sportier set-up. The shift throws of the gearshift paddles are crisp and short. Alternatively, you can also
change gears directly with the PDK gear selector — in the new 911 GT3, it is based on a manual lever. Lightweight construction goes into every detail to fight for maximum weight saving. The proportion of lightweight components made of aluminum and Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic (CFRP) has been increased, without comprimising stability. For the first time in a 911 GT3, a double wishbone front suspension has been installed. The system is derived directly from the 911 RSR. The responsiveness of the front axle has been significantly improved through this axle principle — and the associated lower friction in the shock absorbers. In addition, the new axle geometry allows for a set-up that provides greater cornering stability and even more immediate steering response.
ALL OF THIS FOR A FEW TENTHS OF A SECOND IN PERFORMANCE.
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