Porsche Unveils Most Powerful Non-Turbo 911in History: The 2007 911 GT3

[sunroof]

Porsche's new 2007 911 GT3 will make its public debut at the Geneva Motor Show on February 28, 2006.

Press release... (http://www.automotoportal.com/article/Porsche_2007_911_GT3)

More photos... (http://www.automotoportal.com/photos/Porsche_2007_911_GT3/1)

[car_fiend]

the site is wrong, everytime i try to open it, firefox tells me it can
the find the server @ www.....com

[jorismo]

Check this site: http://www.autoweek.nl/newsdisp.php?ID=4617&cache=no

Press on one of the pics and a new screen will appear.


F**king hot car btw..

[sunroof]

hm... weird... it works fine here. firefox and IE too.

[drakkie]

talking about OLD :D i have seen it atleast two weeks ago somewhere.might be a repost.

[jorismo]

talking about OLD :D i have seen it atleast two weeks ago somewhere.might be a repost.

Didn't see it before. You sure you aren't confused with the 911 Turbo??

[ch1c4n3]

The GT3 press release was sent out TODAY (Feb 24th) and these are the first official pictures. You either can't tell the difference between a GT3 and a Turbo or you've been looking at prototypes, Mr So-last-week.

The car, by the way, is bloody MARVELLOUS!! I was only expecting about 400hp so 415 is cool school.

[NSXType-R]

Wow! It does look good! So many choices Porsche! :D Works fine here too.

[RISE AGAINST]

As much horspower as the 996 Turbo! Holy crap!

[drakkie]

The GT3 press release was sent out TODAY (Feb 24th) and these are the first official pictures. You either can't tell the difference between a GT3 and a Turbo or you've been looking at prototypes, Mr So-last-week.

The car, by the way, is bloody MARVELLOUS!! I was only expecting about 400hp so 415 is cool school.

maybe the pictures werent official,but they were exactly the same.In the previous issue of Autokampioen magazine they showed two pictures of it and a few more of the turbo. This week issue showed bigger/betterpictures of a red gt3. Also a render of the gt3RS appeared.

[The_Canuck]

the site is wrong, everytime i try to open it, firefox tells me it can
the find the server @ www.....com
here you go...

The latest race- bred 911 sports coupe features a 415-horsepower naturally aspirated engine with an 8,400 rpm redline, an active suspension setup tuned for the track, and a mechanical limited-slip differential.

Serving as the homologation basis for Porsche's 911 GT3 RSR racecar, the 911 GT3 provides enthusiasts with an uncompromising road car that can easily transition to weekend track-day outings. The 415-horsepower, 3.6-liter flat- Six engine produces a specific output of 115.3 horsepower-per-liter, among the highest of any naturally aspirated production car. The Boxer engine's power peak is reached at 7,600 rpm, on the way to an 8,400 rpm redline -- 200 rpm beyond the previous GT3 model.

In addition to its high-revving characteristics, the GT3 engine's performance has been fortified by careful attention to airflow rates. Changes to the variable intake system include a throttle valve enlarged from 76 to 82 millimeters, optimized cylinder heads, and a low-backpressure exhaust system.

To take advantage of the extended-rev characteristics of the engine, the 2007 911 GT3 features a revised six-speed manual transmission, with lower gear ratios for 2nd through 6th, as well as shortened shift-lever throws. A new change-up display, which illuminates the tachometer shortly before the relevant engine speed is reached, provides GT3 pilots with an additional signal to optimize shift timing.

The combination of a more powerful, higher-revving engine and shortened gear ratios produces impressive acceleration figures, allowing the 2007 911 GT3 to reach 60 mph from a standstill in 4.1 seconds (0-100 km/h, 4.3 sec.), and 100 mph (160 km/h) from a standing start in 8.7 seconds. The top test- track speed of the new 911 GT3 is 193 mph (310 km/h).

For the first time, the 911 GT3 boasts an active suspension. The standard Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) system offers two chassis in one: the default configuration is similar to that of the previous model and is suitable for driving on alternating road surfaces. In Sport mode, the system provides even firmer damping, enabling more focused dynamics for the racetrack.

For the best possible transmission of engine power to the road, the GT3 is equipped with a comprehensive traction package, including new electronic Traction Control adapted from the Carrera(R) GT, standard-equipment 19-inch sports tires, and a mechanical limited-slip differential. The new Traction Control setup features traction-slip and drag-torque control functions, allows the safe application of power under any driving conditions, and can be completely disabled if desired.

The 2007 Porsche 911 GT3 will be available in North America beginning in August 2006. U.S. pricing for the new model is $106,000.

[carsnut]

the interior looks a little more serious than the 996 GT3 with the suede

[Radoman]

HAWT!

415 horsepower for the win. Good lord son, I suddenly love Porsches new cars!