12 I The new 911 GT3
Aerodynamics and design.
Clear rules apply at the limit. One of
them being that a sport y design alone is
not enough. Each detail must also serve
a particular function.
The new front end has further improved
the aerodynamics of the centre radiator.
This is revealed to the eye by the custom
ary 911 GT3 air outlet to the front of the
luggage compartment lid. Together with
the wider front spoiler lip, it provides
much more downforce at the front axle.
All cooling air openings are protected by
titanium coloured air intake grilles. These are an indication of what lies at the
centre of the concept: motorsport.
Bi
Xenon headlights are fit ted as stand
ard. Their design is reminiscent of
Porsche motorsport classics. Sleek
direction indicators, daytime running
lights and position lights boasting LED
technology create that contemporary
contrast. LED headlights are also
available as an option.
The mirror base of the SportDesign
exterior mirrors reflects the v shaped
st yling of the wheel spokes and air
intake opening in the front end. Three words sum up the rear: wider,
sleeker, sharper. LED taillights emphasise
the horizontal contouring of the rear.
The central t win tailpipe of the sports
exhaust system is painted black.
From afar, the fixed rear wing visibly
distinguishes the 911 GT3 from a 911.
The wing, wing uprights and rear lid are
made of a light weight synthetic material.
The ram air collector intake is now a
single unit.
That ’s the downforce and engine air
induction prerequisites fulfilled. The
aerodynamics have also been enhanced by the new underbody panelling with
diffuser function at the rear. The result is
considerable downforce for considerable
driving stabilit y and a drag coefficient
of 0.33.
The new 911 GT3 has an even sturdier
and safer stance on the tarmac. Nowhere
does it feel more at home than at the
limit.
