2010 Porsche 911 GT3 review

The Porsche GT3 is back! This old friend the "911" returned supercar transformed GT3 is back on the scene again for 2010. The new Porsche GT3 is an amazing performance machine with sleek styling and impressive handling. This total package for any Porsche enthusiast is practically a Porsche race car. The sound, styling, and performance is very similar. The only thing missing is the livery! The sound produced is nearly identical to what you would expect to hear on the track. Raspy yet powerfull sound from the boxer engine is a great quality this supercar masters.

More specifically the boxer engine used by Porsche and Subaru is widely accepted in race applications due to it's ability to properly balance the vehicle. The flat engine design keeps the center of gravity low, allowing better cornering and steering response. Also, the crank and piston setup allow for better torque and faster RPM response as opposed to V style engines. There is less piston slap because the flat engine crank and piston setup is closer to perfect round which allows faster and higher RPM's in shorter times. These engines also have extremely high horsepower per liter a historically rich racing heritage. First, let's check out the specs.

2010 Porsche 911 GT3 specifications:

• 3.8 liter naturally aspirated
• Horizontally opposed six cylinder
• 435 bhp
• Rear mounted engine
• 0-60 mph in 4.0 seconds
• 0-100 mph in 8.2 seconds
• 194 mph top speed
• Price: $112,200.00 USD

Video content: Porsche GT3 driven

History of the Porsche GT3

"Porsche unveiled a road-going GT3 version of the 996 series which was derived from the racing GT3. Simply called GT3, the car featured lightweight materials inside and out, including thinner windows, the GT3 was a lighter and more focused 911 with the emphasis on handling and performance. The suspension was lower and more aggressive than other 996s, leading to excellent handling and razor-sharp steering though the ride was very firm. Of more significance was the engine used in the GT3. Instead of using a version of the water-cooled units found in other 996s, the naturally-aspirated engine was derived from the Porsche 911 GT1 '98 sports-prototype racing car and featured lightweight materials which enabled the engine to rev highly. Its engine was a non-turbo 3600 cc F6 rather than either engine from the pre-facelift and revised Carrera. It produced 360 bhp (268 kW; 365 PS) at first, later increased to 381 bhp (284 kW; 386 PS) at the whole 996 series' revision.The GT3 did not feature rear seats."-wikipedia

Summary:

Overall, this is a very high performance vehicle that doesn't cost very much. It's not the fastest car on the roads, but with a little aftermarket performance parts and tuning, this Porsche GT3 can be built into nearly an identical replica to the race car. The boxer engine powerplant is sure to capture notice by enthusiast everywhere. Traditional racing heritage is something this GT3 offers with plentiful badging and slick yet plain design. There is no second guessing of the Porsche 911 GT3. Upon immediate recognition everyone notices it's a Porsche.

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