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Porsche GT3 RS

Porsche GT3 RS 2006
Porsche GT3 RS 2006
According to the regulations of the FIA GT Tourism Championship, manufacturers are required to approve and sell at least 200 units of a model in order to compete with it. That's why Porsche offers this model adapted to street regulations to the market. The car was named GT3 RS. By the way, “RS” comes from Renn Sport, an acronym already used since 1972 in various Porsche racing models.

The most palpable difference between the standard GT3 and this RS version lies in a weight difference of 50 kg. The GT3 RS weighs 1,435 kg with its full fuel tank (90 litres) and a 75 kg onboard pilot. Under these conditions, a vehicle is weighed for the approval process.

To achieve this weight difference, glasses were replaced with acrylics, the hood and rear spoiler were built with minimal weight and carbon fiber reinforcements are lightened. The bumpers are lighter. Air intakes for additional cooling were incorporated into the front bumper.

The bushings and various suspension arms (front and rear) are different, as well as the alignment on the rear axle. The RS has other elements that do not carry the normal GT3, with a safety cage approved for competition. The rims have the same design, but are partially painted with the color of the logo. Does not carry PCCB ceramic brake discs (at least as standard).

It seems that the Porsche GT3 RS will be marketed only with white body, with a side guard in optional blue or red colours. The price in Europe will exceed 130,000 euros, that is, 20,000 euros more than a standard GT3.

Engine and performance of the Porsche GT3 RS

Porsche GT3 RS 2006
Porsche GT3 RS 2006
As far as engine and performance is concerned, everything is basically the same. Porsche is true to its boxer 6-cylinder engine of 3,600 cm3 engine. This impeller develops a maximum power of 381 hp at 7,300 rpm, being its maximum speed value close to 8,200. The flywheel is single-ground (as opposed to double ground on the standard GT3). This is worth a small weight reduction. The GT3 RS is a six-speed manual transmission.

  • Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: 4.4 seconds
  • Acceleration from 0 to 200 km/h: 14 seconds
  • Top speed: 306 km/h

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