The first phrase in Porsche’s press statement announcing the launch of the 992-Generation 911 GT3 RS was “road-legal,” and it was chosen well because the new GT3 RS initially appears to be a track-only beast from all perceptible angles. Although practically every small aspect of its exterior screams extravagance, it has a distinctly 911 look. The rear wing has always been the first and most obvious visual distinction between the 911 GT3 RS and other 911 models built for mere mortals. This generation has seen a major increase in the size of the wing, making it the largest one ever installed on a 911.
The Porsche 911 GT3 RS has the biggest rear wing ever installed on a 911 and DRS.
On the RS, there are many aerodynamic tricks being used. The car’s three radiators were taken out by Porsche and replaced with a single, sizable tilting radiator that now lies beneath the bonnet, eliminating any room for luggage. The 911 GT3 RS’s bonnet now has a distinctive design, and the vehicle has large nostrils. As a result, there is more room for active aero components along the sides of the car, which all help to increase overall downforce and improve cornering abilities. And since Porsche evidently didn’t think that was enough, they also made the wishbone suspensions seem like a teardrop because a lot of air passes through the wheel arches. According to Porsche, this design decision alone has added up to 40 kg of downforce. The GT3 RS has a radiator under the hood, which gives it prominent nostrils and a distinctive appearance.
The rear wing is a revolutionary unit, speaking of which. For the first time in Porsche’s history, a rear wing that is even taller than the car’s roof has been installed on a production vehicle! The huge wing generates a significant amount of downforce, increasing the GT3 RS’s total downforce to 409 kg at 200 kph and an astounding 860 kg at 285 kph. The rear wing includes a Formula 1-style DRS (Drag Reduction System) since, at these speeds in a straight line, the wing is more of a hindrance than an assist. This flattens the rear wing with the touch of a button, allowing air to pass through the wing and lowering drag. For all you non-F1 enthusiasts out there.
Info: Porsche Motorsport now offers the new 911 GT3 R at a price of 511,000 Euros plus country-specific VAT and optional extras.
