Porsche 997 911 GT3 Cup S

[Gt1Street]

The GT3 Cup S, based on the road-going GT3 RS sportscar, is created exclusively for racing purposes. The vehicle will race in international championships which run in accordance with FIA GT3 regulations.

To a large extent, the 3.6-litre boxer engine is identical to the power unit used in the Porsche Mobil1 Supercup and the international Carrera Cup championships. Power output has increased by 20 horsepower to now 440 hp (324 kW) at 8,000 rpm. Maximum torque is up by ten Nm to 430 at 7,250 revs per minute. The power increase results from optimised engine electronics and a modified exhaust system.

The body of the Cup S is based on the GT3 RS. In the wider wheel arches, considerably larger wheels can now be mounted. At the front, the rims measure 10.5 inches in width with 12 inch wheels fitted at the rear. The front section and flares are significantly different to the GT3 Cup components. An adjustable front-splitter generates more downforce at the front axle. The rear-wing is wider and positioned higher than the Cup version and provides more downforce at the rear axle.

Several suspension components for the GT3 Cup S have been taken from the more powerful GT3 RSR which races in the GT2 class at international long-distance championships. The braking system of the GT3 Cup S was adjusted to the increased power compared to the GT3 Cup. At the rear the diameter of the brake discs has grown by five millimetres to now measure 355 mm.

Six-speed gearbox with sequential jaw-type shift
compressed oil lubrication
oil/water heat exchanger
single-mass flywheel
hydraulic disengagement lever
5.5-inch three-plate carbon-fibre clutch
limited-slip differential 40/60 %
rear-wheel drive

Brake system with balance bar control
Single-piece six-piston aluminium fixed callipers
inner-vented
380 mm in diameter
racing brake pads
Single-piece four-piston aluminium fixed callipers
inner-vented
355 mm in diameter
racing brake pads

flat six-cylinder boxer engine
3,598 cc, stroke 76.4 mm (3.01"), bore 99.98 mm (3.94")
max. output: 324 kW (440 hp) at 8000 rpm
max. torque 430 Nm (317 lb-ft) at 7250 rpm
max. rpm: 8.400 rpm
four-valve technology
water-cooled
dry-sump lubrication
two-stage resonance intake distributor, central air intake
electronic engine management system MS 3.1
sequential multi-point fuel injection
required fuel quality: 98 octane ROZ, unleaded

McPherson spring strut axle
Sachs gas pressure dampers
double coil springs (main and ancillary spring)
front axle arms adjustable for camber
adjustable sword-type anti-roll bar
power steering
Three-piece BBS light-alloy wheels (10.5J x 18) with central locking
Michelin race tires 27/65 - 18
Multi-arm axle with rigidly mounted axle sub-frame
Sachs gas pressure dampers
double coil springs (main and ancillary spring)
rear axle track arm adjustable for camber
rear axle tie-bar reinforced and infinitely adjustable
adjustable sword-type anti-roll bar
Complete suspension infinitely adjustable (height, camber, track)
Three-piece BBS light-alloy wheels (12J x 18) with central locking
Michelin race tires 31/71 - 18

Monocoque body (basis 911 GT3 RS) made of hot-galvanised steel
aerodynamically optimised front end with front spoiler
doors with side frames made of CFP and plastic wing mirrors
aerodynamically optimised front underfloor
adjustable rear wing
100-litre safety fuel tank
air jack
welded-in safety cage
bucket-type racing seat (on driver's side only) with flame-resistant seat cover
six-point seat belt adapted for use of the HANS Head and Neck Support
electric fire-extinguishing system
weight: approx 1,170 kg

[NicFromLA]

I just heard that Porsche is actually holding back on the release of this car because the rear wing is too small. They're still hoping to raise it to a level where it will collide with low flying planes.

[Niko_Fx]

The stickers look so tacky, specially the Adidas one on the spoiler, yuk!

The car is absolutely badass without a doubt though.

[clutch-monkey]

i quite like the flares.