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The new 911 GT3
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  • Page 1 The new 911 GT3 From the inner sanctum...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    The new 911 GT3 For many motorsport is enjoyable. For us it is a core value. The new 911 GT3 Drive Chassis Safety Comfort Motorsport Environment Personalisation Service Summary Technical data Index...
  • Page 5: The New 911 Gt3

    The new 911 GT3. engine located right at the back But never a Porsche – and for a low centre of gravity and especially not a 911 GT3. That At the heart of the new 911 GT3...
  • Page 6 CDR-30 audio system axle (page 37). At low speeds, extreme conditions. The Porsche or the latest optional Porsche the front of the vehicle can be Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB, Communication Management (PCM, raised by 30 mm if there is a page 50) is also available as an page 63).
  • Page 7 The new 911 GT3 | The new 911 GT3 This provides aerodynamic As the car’s speed increases, two The combined effect of all of downforce and greater driving ram-air collector intakes on the these aerodynamic refinements stability, even at the highest engine lid help to force additional is a low drag coefficient of just speeds.
  • Page 8: Drive

    Drive Many ignore the figures that come after the decimal point. We measure ourselves against them.
  • Page 9 The new 911 GT3 | Drive Perhaps the clearest evidence of our core values. 320 kW (435 hp) The engine. Powering the new 911 GT3 is a The new 911 GT3 reaches In short: the popularity of the new water-cooled six-cylinder Boxer 100 km /h (62 mph) in just 911 GT3 is assured due to this 430 Nm...
  • Page 10 1. VarioCam for inlet valves 2. VarioCam for outlet valves 3. Tappets with hydraulic valve clearance adjustment 4. Inlet valves 5. Valve springs 6. Crankshaft 7. Intake camshaft 8. Camshaft drive chain 9. Tensioner rail 10. Forged aluminium piston 11. Titanium connecting rod 12.
  • Page 11 The new 911 GT3 | Drive The oil pumps are designed so For the engine this means The new 911 GT3 is factory-filled that there is negative pressure consistent lubrication of the with Mobil 1 high-performance in the crankcase. This reduces crankshaft assembly and fully synthetic oil.
  • Page 12 The new 911 GT3 | Drive Intake manifold. In addition to a conventional The result: higher levels of distributor pipe, the new 911 GT3 power and torque over a wider The new 911 GT3 is equipped has two resonance pipes with engine speed range.
  • Page 13 The new 911 GT3 | Drive Robust steel heat-resistant baulk The standard locking rear differen- rings on gears three to five ensure tial’s lock factors of 28 % when a precise gearshift action even cornering under power and 40 % under extreme loads.
  • Page 14 1. Radiator module 4. Six-speed manual gearbox 7. Throttle valve 9. Generator 12. Multi-link rear suspension 16. Composite brake discs 2. Central radiator 5. Separate engine oil reservoir (electronically actuated) 10. Front silencer 13. PASM damper 17. Engine mount 3. Tandem brake booster (dry-sump lubrication) 8.
  • Page 15: Chassis

    Chassis Exceptional dynamics. Absolute stability. Direct connection with the road. All other adjustments are up to you.
  • Page 16 The new 911 GT3 | Chassis We've always considered the laws of physics a challenge. Thankfully our engineer's haven't. New dynamic engine mount system. Newly developed and available The engine is bolted to the body in your new 911 GT3, the vehicle as an option is the new dynamic using two mounts.
  • Page 17 911 GT3. Not anymore. the centre console**. It can be maintained for a certain length of time. Rear axle with Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) Front axle with Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) The connection between the heart and the mind.
  • Page 18 The new 911 GT3 | Chassis Steering. excellent feedback. The greater Wheels and tyres. the steering input the more direct Important for everyday use and – and therefore more agile – the The new 911 GT3 runs on one- essential on the racetrack: a steering ratio.
  • Page 19 GT3 is fitted for which constantly monitor the the vehicle within the limits of the first time with Porsche Stability vehicle’s speed, yaw velocity and its driving dynamics. Management (PSM). In addition to lateral acceleration.
  • Page 20 The new 911 GT3 | Chassis Normal mode? A very subjective question. Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM). Porsche Active Suspension 911 GT3 is also 30 mm lower especially for maximum lateral Management (PASM), an electronic than the standard 911 Carrera.
  • Page 21: Safety

    Safety A high level of power calls for a high level of safety. And greater demands call for greater competence.
  • Page 22 The new 911 GT3 | Safety brake light in the rear lid and the Dynamic cornering lights. This determines the angle of the rear fog lights. These provide dynamic cornering lights, with better illumination and respond Available as an option, new dipped beams able to swivel more quickly to driver input so dynamic cornering lights provide...
  • Page 23 The new 911 GT3 has a particularly The new composite brake discs powerful yet lightweight braking are larger, with a diameter of Porsche brakes are renowned system with a specially adapted 380 mm at the front and 350 mm for their high level of efficiency.
  • Page 24 Porsche Ceramic Composite carbon-fibre compound that is The use of six-piston aluminium The key advantage of PCCB is the The result: better road-holding components be professionally silicated in a high-vacuum process monobloc brake calipers at the extremely low weight of the brake...
  • Page 25 A patented of the vehicle. In a frontal impact, Porsche superstructure with a this upper load path (4) helps to channel energy into the side struc- Porsche Side Impact...
  • Page 26 It consists of a roll cage that is package is available separately The Clubsport package is available bolted to the body behind the front from Porsche Motorsport, as is only in conjunction with the seats, a six-point racing harness the front roll cage element optional sports bucket or light- in red for the driver’s side, a fire...
  • Page 27: Comfort

    Comfort Uncompromising on the racetrack. Forgiving in everyday use.
  • Page 28 Interior of the 911 GT3 with PCM, Chrono Package Plus and other optional equipment From the very heart. optional Chrono Package or such as on the steering wheel rim Steering wheel. The same applies to the heart of the car. Chrono Package Plus.
  • Page 29 Sports seat Adaptive sports seat retardant fabric. installation of a vehicle tracking Cruise control. system available from Porsche Tequipment. This system enables An automatic speed controller for a stolen vehicle to be located Lightweight bucket seats.* the 30 –240 km/h (20 –149 mph) throughout most of Europe.
  • Page 30 At motorway exits, graphical On request, the new 911 GT3 can station. The integrated single turn indications are displayed for be fitted with the latest Porsche CD/DVD drive supports MP3 better orientation. In splitscreen Communication Management format. An integrated six-disc mode you can choose to display (PCM).
  • Page 31 The new 911 GT3 | Comfort Electronic logbook for PCM. Telephone module for PCM. Mobile phone preparation via PCM. The USB connection can Chrono Package Plus for PCM. via PCM, stores personal settings also be used to download data for lights, wipers, air conditioning for PCM and CDR-30.
  • Page 32: Motorsport

    Motorsport At some time everyone goes back to their roots. Or they never leave them in the first place.
  • Page 33 1,225 kg. Origins: motorsport. Where our inner self comes to life. racing engine with a 3.4-litre dis- In 2008, Porsche won the drivers, Prototype racing. placement and direct fuel injection team and constructors LMP2 Prototypes are pure-bred race (DFI) delivers 503 hp.
  • Page 34 For more information, call It is an established part of the +49 (0)711 911-84096 or German Touring Car Masters (DTM) The Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup is www.porsche.com/motorsport. calendar. This series of races the world’s fastest international inspires not only the highest one-make championship.
  • Page 35 Porsche Sports Cup series: the GT3 Cup Challenge. This Porsche Clubsport. with about 120,000 members – will provide a link to the Porsche and the trend is growing. The Carrera Cup and will be the first The privately run Porsche Club Porsche Club organisation is championship of its kind in Europe.
  • Page 36 Department at the Porsche R&D for your Porsche as well as expert For pure-bred race cars such as Centre in Weissach. We can also advice on racing regulations –...
  • Page 37: Environment

    Environment Accepting responsibility and being aware of our obligation. That is also close to our heart.
  • Page 38 Euro 5 in Europe and one pure sound. LEV II in the USA. Porsche vehicles Fuel system. demonstrate that even high- performance sports cars can In the fuel system of the new Servicing.
  • Page 39: Personalisation

    Personalisation There are many ways to enhance its character. Enhance yours.
  • Page 40 GT Silver Metallic Ruby Red Metallic Natural leather/Alcantara interior. To see how the available colours would look on your car, visit www.porsche.com and use the online Porsche Car Configurator. Carrara White Aqua Blue Metallic Porsche Racing Green Metallic Malachite Green Metallic...
  • Page 41 * Introduction planned for 10/2009. ** Introduction planned for 09/2009. The vehicles pictured in the chapter on personalisation may include additional options not featured in this catalogue. For information on these options, please consult your Porsche Centre. Option I no.
  • Page 42 • • Only in conjunction with sports seats or adaptive sports seats • Fire extinguisher 54, 86 • • Clubsport package • Floor mats with Porsche logo, set of two • • Interior. Option I no. Page • Clubsport package 54, 86 Bolt-in roll-over bar at rear, preparation for battery master switch.
  • Page 43 (depending on how specific mobile phones connect to the cradle). For more information about the availability of a cradle for our mobile phone, please contact your Porsche Centre. Use of the telephone module for PCM prevents exposure to electromagnetic radiation as only the vehicle’s external aerial is used.
  • Page 44 Exclusive equipment. more information about the availability of a cradle for our mobile phone, please contact your Porsche Centre. Use of the telephone module for PCM prevents exposure to electromagnetic radiation as only the vehicle’s external aerial is used.
  • Page 45: Service

    +49 (0)711 911-78155. +49 (0)711 911-78683. go to www.porsche.com. E-mail: travel.club@porsche.de E-mail: sportdrivingschool porsche.de Ask your Porsche Centre for the latest brochures from Porsche Exclusive, Porsche Tequipment, Porsche Design Driver’s Selection and the Porsche Driving Experience. · 92 · · 93 ·...
  • Page 46: Summary

    Summary We must bring our passion to life, with dedication and ambition. Only then will we be able to constantly develop and improve. Without this philosophy, this sportscar would not have been possible. Where does it come from? From the heart. The new 911 GT3.
  • Page 47: Technical Data

    105 litres vented and cross-drilled Tank capacity (refill volume) 67 litres Vehicle stability system Porsche Stability Management (PSM) 0.32 Drag coefficient Anti-lock braking system ABS 8.0 (incorporated in PSM) * No officially verified values were available at the time of going to print.
  • Page 48 Chassis • Ride height lowered by approximately 30 mm compared with standard 911 Carrera • Porsche Stability Management (PSM) including Traction Control (TC) and Stability Control (SC), can be disabled completely in two stages • Dynamic engine mounts (optional, from 09/2009) •...
  • Page 49: Index

    Chrono Package Plus Porsche Side Impact Sports seats Clubsport package Noise Protection System (POSIP) Sport tyres Colours Gearbox, manual Porsche Sport Driving School 72 Stability Control Wheels Comfort GT racing Porsche Sports Cup Steering Cruise control Oil supply Porsche Stability...
  • Page 50 Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG Errors and omissions excepted. Porscheplatz 1 70435 Stuttgart © Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, 2009 Germany All text, images and other www.porsche.com information in this publication are copyright of Edition: 12/08 Dr.

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