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|Weight = 1451 kg / 3200 lbs | |Weight = 1451 kg / 3200 lbs | ||
|Transmission = 6-Speed Manual, RWD | |Transmission = 6-Speed Manual, RWD | ||
|Engine = | |Engine = 3.8 litre Flat-6 | ||
|Power = 415 hp (309.5 KW) @ 7600 rpm<br>299 lb-ft. (405.39 Nm) of [[torque]] @ 5500 rpm | |Power = 415 hp (309.5 KW) @ 7600 rpm<br>299 lb-ft. (405.39 Nm) of [[torque]] @ 5500 rpm | ||
|Similar = '''similar (competition)''' | |Similar = '''similar (competition)''' | ||
|Designer = '''Designer (lead designer if it was a team effort)''' | |Designer = '''Designer (lead designer if it was a team effort)''' | ||
}} | }} | ||
The '''Porsche 911 GT3''' was introduced in 1999 as a high performance version of Porsche's first water-cooled version of the 911, the [[Porsche 996|996]], to continue the quarter-century tradition of low-weight RS models that ended with the 993 RS. The GT3, named after the FIA GT class it was intended for, did not use the rather simple engine of the regular production versions of the 996, but a naturally-aspirated version of the turbo-charged [[Porsche 962]] and [[Porsche 911 GT1]] race cars. Later, the turbo-charged [[Porsche 911 GT2]] was added to the maker's lineup, but unlike its predecessor 993 GT2, did not fit into GT racing regulations. The racing versions of the GT3 have won several major 24h races outright, and mainly dominated their class at Le Mans. | The '''Porsche 911 GT3''' was introduced in 1999 as a high performance version of [[Porsche]]'s first water-cooled version of the 911, the [[Porsche 996|996]], to continue the quarter-century tradition of low-weight RS models that ended with the 993 RS. The GT3, named after the FIA GT class it was intended for, did not use the rather simple engine of the regular production versions of the 996, but a naturally-aspirated version of the turbo-charged [[Porsche 962]] and [[Porsche 911 GT1]] race cars. Later, the turbo-charged [[Porsche 911 GT2]] was added to the maker's lineup, but unlike its predecessor 993 GT2, did not fit into GT racing regulations. The racing versions of the GT3 have won several major 24h races outright, and mainly dominated their class at Le Mans. | ||
See Wikicars' comprehensive '''[[Porsche 911 GT3 Review]]'''. | See Wikicars' comprehensive '''[[Porsche 911 GT3 Review]]'''. | ||
===Recent Changes=== | ===Recent Changes=== | ||
* For 2010, Porsche updated the GT3 with a facelift and a power increase from the | * For 2010, Porsche updated the GT3 with a facelift and a power increase from the 3.8 litre flat-six to 435 hp and 317 lb-ft of [[torque]]. This is good for a 0-60 mph jaunt in 4.1 seconds and a top speed of 193 mph. Handling is improved as well, with a modified stability management system that allows for graduated settings for both stability and traction controls, along with enlarged carbon ceramic brakes that improve stopping distances. Prices start at €98,100 for most of Europe, €116,947 for Germany (incl VAT), $112,200 for USA and £81,914 for UK.[http://www.worldcarfans.com/9090129.009/2010-porsche-911-gt3-official-details---video--hi-res-images] | ||
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===Main Competitors=== | ===Main Competitors=== | ||
-[[Chevrolet Corvette ZR1]] | |||
-[[Nissan GT-R]] | |||
==Hybrid Models== | ==Hybrid Models== | ||
If there are [[Hybrid Cars|hybrid]] versions of this vehicle manufactured, then please elaborate a little bit on it here. | If there are [[Hybrid Cars|hybrid]] versions of this vehicle manufactured, then please elaborate a little bit on it here. | ||
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==Criticisms== | ==Criticisms== | ||
-"The Turbo may look better on paper, but it’s hard to match the feel and precision of Porsche’s naturally aspirated 911s, especially considering the GT3’s" -[[Car and Driver]] | |||
==Generations== | ==Generations== | ||
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===Third generation (2006–2008)=== | |||
===Second generation (2003–2005)=== | ===Second generation (2003–2005)=== | ||
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*[http://www.autoblog.com/2009/01/28/porsche-unveils-updated-911-gt3-for-2010/ Porsche unveils updated 911 GT3 for 2010] | *[http://www.autoblog.com/2009/01/28/porsche-unveils-updated-911-gt3-for-2010/ Porsche unveils updated 911 GT3 for 2010] | ||
*[http://www.autoblog.com/2009/01/29/officially-official-all-the-details-on-the-2010-porsche-911-gt/ Officially Official: All the details on the 2010 Porsche 911 GT3] | *[http://www.autoblog.com/2009/01/29/officially-official-all-the-details-on-the-2010-porsche-911-gt/ Officially Official: All the details on the 2010 Porsche 911 GT3] | ||
*[http://www.worldcarfans.com/9090424.002/2010-porsche-911-gt3-posts-7m-40s-time-on-nurburgring 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 Posts 7m 40s Time on Nurburgring] | |||
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Porsche 911 GT3 | |
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Porsche | |
aka | Type aka here, not up there |
Production | produced from when to when+total units made (optional) |
Class | Supercar |
Body Style | 2-door, 2-seat Rear-Engined Coupe |
Length | 4427 mm / 174.3 in |
Width | 1808 mm / 71.2 in |
Height | 1280 mm / 50.4 in |
Wheelbase | 2355 mm / 92.7 in |
Weight | 1451 kg / 3200 lbs |
Transmission | 6-Speed Manual, RWD |
Engine | 3.8 litre Flat-6 |
Power | 415 hp (309.5 KW) @ 7600 rpm 299 lb-ft. (405.39 Nm) of torque @ 5500 rpm |
Similar | similar (competition) |
Designer | Designer (lead designer if it was a team effort) |
The Porsche 911 GT3 was introduced in 1999 as a high performance version of Porsche's first water-cooled version of the 911, the 996, to continue the quarter-century tradition of low-weight RS models that ended with the 993 RS. The GT3, named after the FIA GT class it was intended for, did not use the rather simple engine of the regular production versions of the 996, but a naturally-aspirated version of the turbo-charged Porsche 962 and Porsche 911 GT1 race cars. Later, the turbo-charged Porsche 911 GT2 was added to the maker's lineup, but unlike its predecessor 993 GT2, did not fit into GT racing regulations. The racing versions of the GT3 have won several major 24h races outright, and mainly dominated their class at Le Mans.
See Wikicars' comprehensive Porsche 911 GT3 Review.
Recent Changes
- For 2010, Porsche updated the GT3 with a facelift and a power increase from the 3.8 litre flat-six to 435 hp and 317 lb-ft of torque. This is good for a 0-60 mph jaunt in 4.1 seconds and a top speed of 193 mph. Handling is improved as well, with a modified stability management system that allows for graduated settings for both stability and traction controls, along with enlarged carbon ceramic brakes that improve stopping distances. Prices start at €98,100 for most of Europe, €116,947 for Germany (incl VAT), $112,200 for USA and £81,914 for UK.[1]
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