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116
With regard to the interior, the Sport Classic
is characterized by particularly high-quality
furnishings with a large number of exclusive,
unique details. The application of espresso-
colored natural leather to almost all components
and the use of woven leather, a combination
of light-gray yarn and leather, are particularly
noteworthy. The changed dial faces and stain-
less steel entrance panel, as well as the limited
edition signs for the interior and exterior are
unique features of this exclusive sports car,
and have been harmoniously incorporated into
the overall concept of the 911 Sport Classic.
Close connection to motor sports:
the 911 GT3
Within the 911 series, the 911 GT3 is the most
nimble, offering the best handling, particularly
around corners. The new 911 GT3 shares many
important features with the 911 GT3 Cup and
911 GT3 RSR models from motor sports. As
a direct offshoot, the 911 GT3 embodies the
essence of the brand with sportiness and
particularly high performance. The even more
powerful engine with 3.8 liters of displacement
and 435 hp (320 kW), the sporty tuning of the
manual six-gear transmission, the optimized
handling of the chassis, the significant increase
in downforce and, last but not least, its func-
tional yet elegant and forceful appearance
guarantee this vehicle pole position within its
segment. The 911 GT3 is the first vehicle to
include Porsche Stability Management (PSM).
Just like its predecessor, the new 911 GT3 RS
is the basis for the homologation of the 911 GT3
racing cars. The new 911 GT3 RS differs even
more from the basic 911 GT3, and its handling
characteristics are closer to those of the racing
cars. This is mainly due to the increased engine
output of 450 hp (331 kW), the wider chassis,
wheels and track, dynamic engine mountings,
a large rear spoiler and the specific calibration
of handling elements.
Porsche’s engineers were able to reduce
the weight of the car by 25 kilos in compari-
son to the basic model using an engine with
a single-mass flywheel, a titanium muffler and
lightweight chassis components made of alu-
minum and carbon fiber (CfK). Optional extras
such as the Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake
System (PCCB), lightweight halogen lights
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