Body style: Coupé (two-door)
Segment: Exotic
Production years: 2009, 2010, 2011
In all of its history, Porsche built race-oriented vehicles to get an FIA approval for racing at various categories. The GT3 was just one of them, and it was the base version.
The Porsche 911 GT3 was built for those who wanted a car to race it around the track at the weekend and, maybe, to drive it to the circuit. It was comfortable enough to get its driver there and fast enough to get a prize.
The 2009 GT3 was the base model for a few versions of the GT3 (RS, RSR, R, or CUP) and it might be considered the most “civilized”. But it still looked brutal. The three wide front air-intakes on the apron and the exhaust scoop on the upper side of the bumper were specific for the RS3 lineup. On the sides, the sills were aerodynamically profiled to reduce lift, and in the back, the specific huge wing on top of the engine-lid created the necessary downforce to keep the car planted on the road.
Inside, the sport bucket seats were fitted as standard. The standard audio equipment was a system with CD and MP3 player and a 5” black&white display. The latest version of the Porsche Communication Management (PCM) was offered as an option, for those who wished to drive their GT3s on the road more than on the track. For the latter ones, Porsche offered a Clubsport package, which included a roll-cage in the back and a fire extinguisher. A general safety switch for the car was available as well.
The engine was a special 3.8-liter unit that offered 435 hp. It featured a dry-sump lubrication system, much needed on a track. It was paired exclusively with a 6-speed manual and power went to the rear wheels via an asymmetrical limited-slip differential.
ENGINE SPECS - 3.8 6MT (435 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | H6 |
Displacement: | 3797 cm3 |
Power: | 319.9 KW @ 7600 RPM 435 HP @ 7600 RPM 429 BHP @ 7600 RPM |
Torque: | 317 lb-ft @ 6250 RPM 430 Nm @ 6250 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 194 mph (312 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 4.1 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/35 ZR19 || 305/30 ZR19 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174.3 in (4427 mm) |
Width: | 71.2 in (1808 mm) |
Height: | 50.4 in (1280 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.6/59.5 in (1,488/1,511 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 92.7 in (2355 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 3.7 in (94 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 3.9 cuFT (110 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.29 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3020 lbs (1370 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3704 lbs (1680 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 11.9 mpg US (19.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 26.4 mpg US (8.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 18.4 mpg US (12.8 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 303 g/km |