A clear focus on motorsport: the new Porsche 911 GT3 RS (2024)

FAQs

What is so special about the GT3 RS? ›

The GT3 RS and S/T models get tuned up to 518 horsepower and come with more aero elements to increase downforce to stick them to the road. The GT3 RS comes with an outrageous rear wing that incorporates a drag-reduction system similar to those on Formula 1 race cars.

This quantum leap come from the fact that the GT3 RS is equipped with Porsche Active Aerodynamics (PAA) for the first time in its model history. A drag reduction system (DRS) has also been fitted in a production Porsche for the first time.

As soon as the lights give the starting signal, the new 911 GT3 RS delivers unbelievable performance of up to 342 lb-ft on the racetrack. With up to 518 hp, taking you from 0-60 mph in 3.0 seconds, it can reach a top track speed of 184 mph.

With up to 640 horsepower, the Turbo S is a lot more powerful, and significantly faster, than anything in the GT3 lineup. A Turbo S Coupe can run from 0 to 60 in a lightning-fast 2.6 seconds. The GT3 RS can manage the same feet in a still-impressive 3.0 seconds.

First and foremost, let's talk about what really makes the Porsche 911 GT3 RS a stand out machine; it's herculean, operatic, 4.0L flat-six engine that puts out a massive 520 horsepower and 346 lb. ft. of torque!

The rear-wheel drive GT3 RS has a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, which features shorter gear ratios than the current model of GT3. You can get from zero to 60 in just 3.0 seconds and reach a top speed of 184 mph.

The legendary 1970 Porsche 917K holds the public record, as the Gulf Racing livery #22 from Le Mans sold for an astronomical $14,080,000.

The Porsche 911 GT3 RS exhibits a much more aggressive and aerodynamic appearance than the standard GT3. Its presence is distinguished by an imposing, enlarged rear wing that contributes to generating increased grip in corners and sensational stability at high speeds.

Why is GT3 so popular? ›

The reason behind the popularity of GT3 has been its unique regulation. The GT3 cars are manufactured by the car manufacturers (and their affiliated competition car tuning companies). The cars are sold to the teams and owners, and after that the manufacturers also provide maintenance services.

It's not intended for everyday use, it's intended for B road blasts and track days, but you could of course use one every day. I used an Elise as my only car every day for 4 happy years and loved every mile, and a GT3 is more practical than that and with lower NVH.

The Porsche 911 GT3 RS exhibits a much more aggressive and aerodynamic appearance than the standard GT3. Its presence is distinguished by an imposing, enlarged rear wing that contributes to generating increased grip in corners and sensational stability at high speeds.

Its 4.0-litre, high-revving, naturally aspirated 525PS engine can sprint from 0-100km/h in just 3.2 seconds. A sportscar that Porsche test driver Jörg Bergmeister calls “the best-handling 911 road car ever on a racetrack” – although, being street-legal, the 911 GT3 RS is every bit as happy on the road.

Generally speaking, the data above shows that GT3 RS production numbers are relatively small when you consider the global automobile production peaked around 80 million units per year last decade, and we see roughly 5 million new units sold each year in the USA alone.

2023 Porsche 911 GT3 RS First Test: A Supercar Unlike Any Other.