28.02.2008
VICI RACING WILL CAMPAIGN the NEW Porsche 911 GT3
rsr (2008) in alms this year
The Porsche GT3 RSR launches into the new model year
with extensive modifications. The most powerful race
car based on the Porsche 911, which last year scored
wins at the 24 hour races of Le Mans and Spa as well
as overall victory at the Nuerburgring 24 hours,
competes in the GT2 class at international long
distance races. The most distinguishing feature of
the new GT3 RSR is the front end which received
major improvements to the aerodynamics. The majority
of innovations however are hidden under the
weight-optimised body.
Aside from
the easily recognisable additional spoilers on the
front apron, so-called flicks, an optimised air
ducting with newly-designed side air outlets
generates more downforce and reduces drag. The rear
end including the rear wing was taken over from the
predecessor. Extensive changes to the suspension
cinematics increase mechanical grip considerably.
The range of possible suspension set-ups was
broadened.
The 3.8-litre
boxer engine of the GT3 RSR remains unchanged apart
from slight improvements to details. It delivers 465
hp (342 kW) at 8,000 revs per minute and delivers a
maximum torque of 430 Nm at 7,250 revs. The rev
limiter of the efficient six-cylinder kicks in at
9,400 rpm.
Much of the
know-how in the GT3 RSR’s totally new gearbox has
come from the RS Spyder sports prototype. The
sequential six-speed unit, developed by Porsche
engineers, is considerably lighter than its
predecessor. Internal friction was substantially
reduced. The flat angle of the drive shafts allows
teams a wider range of suspension set-ups.
Aside from
the GT3 Cup and the GT3 Cup S, the GT3 RSR is the
third race car based on the Porsche 911 offered by
Porsche Motorsport. Thirty-five units of the fastest
and most powerful long distance racer made in
Weissach, apart from the exclusive RS Spyder sports
prototype, are now being produced and delivered to
customer teams around the globe. The price of the
GT3 RSR is 349,800 Euro plus VAT.
Technical Description Porsche GT3 RSR (2008)
Engine
Six-cylinder aluminium boxer engine, water-cooled;
3,795 cc; stroke 76.4 mm; bore 102.7 mm; 465 bhp
(342 kW) at 8,000 rpm; max. torque 430 Nm at 7,250
rpm; air restrictors 2 x 29.5 mm; maximum engine
speed 9,400 rpm; four valves per cylinder; dry sump
lubrication; individual throttle butterflies;
central air intake; electronic MS 4.0 engine
management;
fuel
injection; fuel grade: RON 98 Super Plus unleaded.
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