Porsche 911 GT3 car: description, specifications

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

Today, the Porsche brand is a symbol of quality and reliability from a German manufacturer. They know how to create the best for the ordinary. The latest Porsche 911 GT3 RS is no exception.

History of Creation

Porsche 911 GT3 RS is a road racing car.

When the Porsche 996, the next generation of the water-cooled 991, was released in 1999, everyone was wondering: would it really be a good racing car? But there was no cause for alarm, the 911 GT3 (and later the RS and RSR) were the company's most successful cars. He took first place in the Grand American, ALMS and many other European races. In addition, he is one of the main contenders to win the LeMans.

Porsche 911 GT3 was also introduced in a street car version. This is a car with natural cooling of the engine, without additional air intakes. Like the original Carrera RS from 1973, the Porsche 911 GT3 RS is light, powerful, with a luxurious interior, improved suspension, special wheels, tires and brakes.

Standard Carrera is already a racer, but here it is also modified. You will feel the roadcoating as if you were stroking it with the palm of your hand, the steering is even sharper, the aerodynamics are even better. Amazing and fascinating car!

Specifications Porsche 911 GT3 RS

Create a car that will allow you to reach a new level of performance - such was the task facing the developers of the Porcshe GT3 RS. Optimization of the air supply system and air filter, as well as a revision of the injection system, have made it possible to achieve maximum engine efficiency. Thanks to this, the car accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in just 3.5 seconds, reaching a speed limit of 309.6 km / h.

The brake system was equipped with ceramic discs. The ratio of mass to power plays an important role: 3 to 1, respectively.

Recently, in the fall of 2010, a new racing model of this car was introduced, which received the prefix "Cup". There is information about the participation of this car in the Porsche Cup, which is held in the United Kingdom. After which she will take part in the Porsche MobilOne Supercup championship. More detailed information about the described model is presented in the table:

Basic
Number of doors	2
Number of seats	4
Handle position	On the left side
Design	Single body
Sizes
Width	1.852mm
Length	4.545mm
Height	1.280mm
Clearance	93mm
Mass
Full	1.420 kg
Curb	1.720 kg
Transmission
Gearbox	Seven-speed (robot)
Drive	Rear
Clutch	Double
Engine
Name	Porsche
Location	Behind
Power system	Injection
Volume	3.996 cm3
Power	367, 76 kW (500 hp)
Add. dynamics
Acceleration to 200 km\h	10, 9 secs
Speed limiter	Present
Operation
Consumption per 100 km:
City	19, 2 y.
Track	8, 9 y.
Mixed mode	12, 7 y.
Fuel tank capacity	64 l.

Porsche GT3 RS exterior

The Porsche GT3 RS was first spotted in the US while being tested in the state of Georgia. But at that time, the camouflage was so dense that the cars were almost completely hidden under it. But testing in the winter took place almost "naked" for new products.

Attention should be paid to the rear spoiler, which is likely to enter series production. There will also be new "pitted" brake cooling ducts on the front fenders and rough, aggressive side air intakes.

The main difference between the RS version and previous models will be the equipping of the sports car with a seven-speed non- alternative gearbox. Michelin tires 265/35 ZR 20 for the front wheels and 325/30 ZR 21 for the rear wheels were produced especially for this model.

Test drive

Porsche cars have always been famous for their high quality and fast driving. Rumor has it that the new GT3 will be able to round the Nürburgring in just 7 minutes 20 seconds. And so it turned out.

After driving, you can say that the coupe has become very obedient: this is evidenced by the latest cornering technologyrear wheels. By itself, it means turning in the direction opposite to the front wheels, which makes it very easy to maneuver both in the city and on the track. The steering is perfectly tuned and equipped with electric power steering, demonstrating precision and "transparency". The ceramic on the brakes is very noisy, but gives excellent deceleration to the car.

Porsche put this car on a carbon-fiber diet and equipped it with a magnesium roof to lower the load on the center of gravity. Now it becomes clear how a coupe with a body length of 4.545 mm weighs only 1.420 kg.

Work on weight loss is reflected in the salon. The door handles are replaced with fabric hinges, and the seats stand out with red stitching and inserts. The dials are traditionally highlighted by yellow hands and are located in five separate wells. In the middle we see a white and large tachometer, in which a digital speedometer is inserted. On both sides there are sensors for the temperature of the coolant and the remaining fuel in the tank.

This model has once again shown that Porsche does not change the principles of these "fighters".

Reviews

According to the opinions of experts, a whole list of criteria and ratings was compiled by which the car was evaluated. The maximum score is 5.

Let's start with the description of the Porsche 911 GT3 RS, namely the appearance, which received 4.

The design is almost unchanged, but the sports coupe model looks attractive.

Control and dynamics - 5 points.

Gas pedal sensitivitypungent and highly favored by owners. This peculiarly emphasizes the agility and excitement of the car. Entering a turn, you feel that the transmission transfers traction from the rear axle to the front, and the Porsche car confidently exits the turn. She seems to feel the owner and the road herself: if the driver overdoes it somewhere, "Traction control" will always come to his aid and correct the situation.

What to say about electronics: they are not intrusive and do not affect the driving pleasure in any way. Side rolls are practically absent, the steering wheel is "light" and accurate. Another attribute of strength is the brakes, which act smoothly and powerfully. The only drawback was the "heavy" clutch pedal. In city traffic, it can tire the driver. All-wheel drive is no cause for concern, even in the wet.

Quality and reliability - 4 points.

The distinctive position of Porsche in the JD Pover ranking makes it clear that the Germans hold the brand and are not going to give it away. Manufacturers such as Infiniti and Lexus remained lower in the rankings.

Comfort and equipment - 4 points.

Surprisingly, the updated model behaves quite calmly on the roads of not the best quality. The seats are very comfortable and have the ability to adapt to any height and physique of the driver or passenger. Although the driving position is low, this does not affect the review in any way, except for the rear one. Adding to all this is a long list of various machine electronics options.

Safety and protection - 4points.

The Porsche 911 GT3 RS has been impact tested and Porsche has confidently declared that there is minimal risk of injury in an accident. 6 airbags and rollover protection speak volumes.

Conclusion: 4 points.

Porsche 911 GT3 RS didn't disappoint, it just keeps evolving and getting high marks all over the world.

Price and operation

The price of the new Porsche 911 GT3 RS varies around 9,769,000 Russian rubles. This exceeds the price of the previous model by almost 2.5 million. By the way, this "Porsche" 911 GT3, having street equipment, has so many victories behind it that you can't count it. Road Atlanta will be the ideal track to ride it, you will just blow your head off on the first lap. In addition, turn on the music from the game "Gran Turismo 3" for the ultimate idealism.

Main pros and cons

Pros: excellent grip on any type of surface, sharp and informative steering, excellent dynamics and precise operation of the gear knob.

Cons: high price, high operating costs, heavy clutch pedal.

Verdict

The car is good. Great car for normal roads and couples with large incomes to maintain this "monster". The quality of the coating is often not considered a problem for this model, so for the Russian road a suitable solution for quality and reliability.