2013 PORSCHE 911 GT3 steering

8 I The new 911 GT3
The new 911 GT3.
The limit is apparently the most exhila­
rating place to be these days. The final
square centimetres have yet to be
explored here. This may be where others
turn back but, for us, it is only just the
beginning – the start of a journey
towards new sport y destinations. Indeed,
t wo hundredths of a second are worlds
apart. So let ’s get going. In the new
9 11 G T 3 .
The first item on our journey checklist is
an engine that delivers greater power,
An eight-thousander
among sports cars.
drives faster and maintains composure
even in the red zone. The innovative
high ­revving flat ­six engine of the new
911 GT3 peaks at 9,000 rpm and
exploits its 3.8 ­litre capacit y to generate
a power output of 350 kW (475 hp).
A glance at the stopwatch reveals
3.5 seconds from 0 to 100 km/ h. This
makes the new 911 GT3 an even faster
sprinter than its predecessor – by point
six of a second to be precise. In motor ­
sport, that ’s half an eternit y. Top speed
isn’t reached until 315 km/ h. While speed can propel you to the limit, it
isn’t enough to keep you there. There has
to be plent y of potential kept in reserve
for every corner. Direct with no detour.
Safe with no hesitation.
The core competencies of Porsche were
exactly what we needed, as well as the
imaginativeness of our engineers. The
result is a chassis that has been adapted
specifically for the racetrack and, with
rear
­axle steering fit ted as standard,
delivers increased agilit y even on every ­
day journeys.
For fuel consumption, CO
2 emissions and efficiency class, please refer to page 91.

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For the first time, 7­speed Porsche Dop ­
pelkupplung (PDK) is fit ted as standard,
with short ratios designed exclusively for
the 911 GT3. The shift throws of the
gearshift paddles on the steering wheel
are even shorter and gear changes are
even more dynamic so as to provide
even better acceleration.
The rear of the new 911 GT3 is 44 mm
wider than that of the previous model. In
addition, the track at the rear axle has
been widened by 31 mm, which improves
lateral dynamics. The addition of 100 mm
to the wheelbase has significantly
increased driving stabilit y. Fit ted as
standard, Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PT V Plus) helps to ensure even greater
stability when cornering, while rear
­axle
steering provides extraordinar y agilit y
and more dynamic overtaking manoeu ­
vres on the racetrack.
The new 911 GT3 explores the lower
limit in terms of fuel consumption
thanks to intelligent technologies such
as PDK, DFI and a low vehicle weight.
All in all, the new 911 GT3 is a precision
instrument, giving you everything you
could need to push your own boundaries.
Indeed, part of the brief for our engineers
was to build a manageable sports car
that feels at home on the racetrack, yet can be taken to brand new sport y
destinations by drivers who aren’t able

to tackle the Northern Loop of the
Nürburgring day in day out.
The new 911 GT3 preserves tradition for
the future – a principle that the 911 has
embodied for 50 years. It aims to push
the boundaries of what is possible, on
each new day.
For fuel consumption, CO
2 emissions and efficiency class, please refer to page 91.

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Chassis.
The chassis of the new 911 GT3 has
been engineered to meet the challenging
demands of motorsport – and for this
reason it also provides extremely sport y
day ­to ­day driving. The ride height of the
new 911 GT3 is 30 mm lower than that
of the 911 Carrera. In conjunction with
a series of specifically tuned chassis
components, this offers extraordinary
agilit y, a high degree of driving safet y and
stable handling, particularly in corners.
The independent front suspension
combines McPherson ­type struts with
Being proactive, not reactive. Being there now, not soon.
Instantaneous, not immediate. There is no room for hesitation at the limit.
longitudinal and transverse links. The
rear axle has a multi ­link suspension,
following the LSA (Light weight, Stable,
Agile) concept. Height, camber, track
and the anti ­roll bars can be individually
adapted for use on the racetrack.
Additional ball joints on the front and
rear axles help to establish a particularly
firm connection between the chassis
and the body.
An optional lift system at the front axle
raises the front end by 30 mm. Operable
up to a speed of approximately 50 km/ h, it minimises the risk of grounding on
kerbs, ramps and car park entrances.
Rear-axle steering.
Fit ted as standard, the new rear
­axle
steering combines performance and
everyday practicality. An electromechani ­
cal adjustment system at each rear wheel
enables the steering angle to be adapted
based on the current driving situation,
steering input and vehicle speed.
The advantage for day ­to ­day driving:
during low ­speed manoeuvres, the

system steers the rear wheels in the
opposite direction to that of the front wheels. This has the virtual effect of
shortening the wheelbase. The turning
circle is reduced to make it easier to
park. The advantage for sport y driving:
during high
­speed manoeuvres, the sys ­
tem steers the rear wheels in the same
direction as that of the front wheels.
Driving stabilit y is increased by the virtual
extension of the wheelbase and agilit y
is enhanced by the simultaneous steering
of the front and rear axles, especially
during overtaking manoeuvres on the
racetrack.

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Porsche Stability Management (PSM).
PSM is an automatic control system for
providing stabilit y at the limits of dyn­
amic driving performance. In addition to
the anti ­lock braking system, it includes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and
Traction Control (TC).
Sensors continuously monitor the direc ­
tion, speed, yaw velocit y and lateral
acceleration of the car. Using this infor ­
mation, PSM is able to calculate the
actual direction of travel at any given
moment. If the car begins to oversteer or
understeer, PSM applies selective braking
on individual wheels to restore stabilit y. What ’s special about PSM in the new
911
GT3? The systems intervene at the
limits of dynamic driving performance
with exceptional sensitivit y and precision.
In addition, the systems can be complete ­
ly deactivated in t wo stages for deliber ­
ately sporty handling.

Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus
(PTV Plus).
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus is fit ted as
standard and has been specially adapted
to the new 911 GT3. It operates in con ­
junction with an electronically regulated
and fully variable rear differential lock.
Numerous driving parameter inputs are the basis for the system’s active control
outputs. The results are perceptible, par
­
ticularly at the limits of dynamic perfor ­
mance: greater traction, increased lateral
dynamics and a significant improvement
in driving stabilit y under the effects of
load changes in corners and when the car
changes lane. On surfaces with less grip,
such as in the wet, the system strategically
brakes the right or left rear wheel. This
means that, whenever the car enters a
corner, brake pressure is applied to the
inside rear wheel. Consequently, a greater
amount of drive force is distributed to the
outside rear wheel. This improves steering
behaviour and increases agility. In combination, both aspects of PT V Plus
offer tangible benefits, giving you
unrivalled pleasure at every t wist and
turn. It ’s just as well there happens

to be so many waiting on the racetrack.

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Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake
(PCCB).
From the start, Porsche has been synony­
mous with motorsport. Ever since 1948,
we have pushed the boundaries of
dynamic performance on the racetrack.
We have taken the experience we have
gained and applied it directly to the road.
The optional Porsche Ceramic Composite
Brake (PCCB) is a fine example. In numer ­
ous race series, including the Porsche
Mobil 1 Supercup, it has been proven to
withstand the harshest demands of the
track.
Nevertheless, resting on our laurels isn’t
our st yle. That ’s why we have also adapt ­
ed PCCB dimensions to match the perfor ­
mance capabilities of the new 911 GT3. The cross
­drilled ceramic brake discs are
now 410 mm in diameter at the front
and 390 mm at the rear for even more
formidable braking performance.
The use of six ­piston aluminium mono ­
bloc fixed brake calipers on the front
axle and four ­piston units at the rear –
all finished in yellow – ensures extremely
high brake forces which, crucially, are
exceptionally consistent.
PCCB enables shorter braking distances
in even the toughest road and race
conditions. Excellent fade resistance

provides greater balance when slowing
from racetrack speeds.
The key advantage of PCCB is the
extremely low weight of the ceramic
brake discs, which are approximately
50 % lighter than standard discs of a
similar design and size. As well as
enhancing performance and fuel econ­
omy, this represents a major reduction
in unsprung and rotating masses.
This results in bet ter road holding and
increased comfort, particularly on uneven
roads, as well as greater agilit y and
improved handling.
Please note that circuit racing, trackday
use and other forms of performance
driving can significantly reduce the
service life of even the most durable
pads and discs. As with conventional high
­performance braking systems, we
recommend that all brake components
be professionally inspected and replaced
where necessary after every track event.
Driver and passenger airbags.
We use advanced airbag technology in
the form of full ­size driver and front pas ­
senger airbags, which are inflated in t wo
stages depending on the severit y and
t ype of accident (e.g. frontal or offset
frontal). In less serious accidents, the air ­
bags are only partially inflated, thereby
minimising discomfort to the occupants.
Porsche Side Impact
Protection System (POSIP).
POSIP, fit ted as standard, consists of
side impact protection beams in the
doors and t wo side airbags on each side:
an integral thorax airbag is located in
each seat side bolster and an upwards ­
inflating head airbag is incorporated
within each door.
Additional safety features include the
headrests which form an integral part of
each seat, an energy ­absorbing steering
column, three ­point seat belts with pre ­
tensioners and force limiters and energy ­
absorbing elements in the dashboard.

Interior.
The sports car environment in the new
911 GT3 is perfectly adapted to the
driver. Man and machine are as one.
Which is just as well because, on the
racetrack, there is usually only a fraction
of a second in which to make the right
decision. Accelerate or brake. Pass lef t
or right. Refuel or chance another lap.
Speed is critical in the cockpit, too.
The driver needs information that can
be accessed quickly and an interior ergonomics concept that enables even
faster use of it.
The requirement is fulfilled by an ascend
­
ing centre console that places the gear
selector within direct reach of the steer ­
ing wheel, by ergonomic gearshift pad ­
dles on the steering wheel itself and by
conveniently positioned controls that
dispense with unnecessary gadgetry but
do open up new possibilities on the
racetrack. 30,000 racing victories were
not achieved by engine power alone.
Instruments.
Precise not fanciful, minimalist not kitsch.
True to Porsche st yle, the five circular
instruments integrated in the cockpit lead
the way. In the middle is the rev counter.
Its dial face is titanium­coloured and
bears the ‘GT3’ logo. The gear and
upshift indicator helps you to achieve
optimum acceleration.
For the first time in a 911 GT3, the instru ­
ment cluster is equipped with a high ­
resolution 4.6 ­inch TFT colour display. It provides you with data from the on
­board
computer, including average speed and
fuel consumption, fuel range and outside
temperature, and allows you to view Tyre
Pressure Monitoring (TPM) information
as well as data from the stopwatch of the
optional Sport Chrono Package. It also
reminds you of your selected communica ­
tion and audio set tings or displays the
map of the optional navigation system –
but only for the rare occasion you aren’t
on the racetrack.
Designed for high speeds.
Speed of travel and speed of thought.
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Interior materials.
Durability, stability and resilience. These
are the essential ingredients for materials
in a sport y environment. It is an environ­
ment dominated by Alcantara, leather and
interior parts in Galvano Silver as well
as brushed aluminium. Here, materials
must be practical – and top qualit y. The
fact that they also have the motorsport
feel is a welcome bonus.
Alcantara is easy to grip and maintain.
For this reason, it is mainly found in
places where there is direct contact: on
the steering wheel rim and gear selector
as well as on the door handles, door
armrests and lid of the centre console
storage compartment. The rooflining
and C ­pillar trims are also finished in
A lcantara.
Steering wheel.
Change gear like a motorsport profes ­
sional with the GT3 SportDesign steering
wheel with gearshift paddles. In the new
911 GT3, the shift throw of the paddles
has been further reduced by 50 %.
Gearshifts become even more direct
and precise.
The GT3 SportDesign steering wheel
offers up to 40 mm of height and reach
adjustment. The steering wheel rim
in black Alcantara is easy to grip and
remains in firm hands, even on sport y
drives.
The top centre marking is another
characteristic feature.
Sports seats Plus.
Sports seats Plus are fit ted as standard
in the new 911 GT3 and come equipped
with elevated side bolsters, electric seat
height and backrest adjustment and
manual fore/aft adjustment. The seat
side bolsters are upholstered in leather
and the seat centres are lined in black
Alcantara. The headrests are embroi ­
dered with the ‘GT3’ logo.
The side bolsters on the seat squab and
backrest have a firm, sport y padding and
offer excellent lateral support. The back ­
rest shell is finished in Silver Grey.
Sports bucket seats.*
Available as an option are light weight
racing seats with folding backrest,
integrated thorax airbag and manual
fore/aft adjustment for driver and
passenger.
The carbon surface finish conceals
a seat shell in glass ­/carbon ­fibre
reinforced plastic. The backrest pivots
are positioned high in the side bolsters to
provide excellent lateral support to the
pelvic region. The seats are upholstered
in black leather as standard with seat
centres finished in Alcantara. The ‘GT3’
logo is embroidered on the headrests.
Adaptive Sports seats Plus.
Available on request, adaptive Sports
seats Plus blend sport with comfort and
are suitable for everyday driving or the
racetrack. They feature side bolsters
in leather, seat centres in black Alcantara
and an embroidered ‘GT3’ logo on the
headrests. Of fering 18 ­way electric
adjustment, the seats can be optimally
adapted to meet your needs in terms of
seat height, squab and backrest angle,
seat depth, fore/aft adjustment and four ­
way lumbar support. The side bolsters on
the seat surface and backrest can be
individually adjusted for precision lateral
support on winding roads and added
comfort on long journeys.
* Child seats are not compatible with the
Sports bucket seats.1 Sports bucket seat 2 Sports seat Plus 3 Adaptive Sports seat Plus

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OptionI no. Page
Interior: leather.
Leather interior package in black•Code80
Leather interior with decorative stitching in red
•749
GT3 SportDesign steering wheel in black smooth ­finish leather
■840 52
Audio and communication.
CDR audio system1)•55
CDR Plus audio system
1)•P25 55
Porsche Communication Management (PCM) including navigation system
1), 3)•P23 57
Sound Package Plus
•490
Digital radio
4)•691
Mobile phone preparation
2)•619
Telephone module
2)•666
Voice control system
2)•671
Six ­disc CD autochanger
1)•692 57
Six ­disc CD/ DVD autochanger
1)•693 57
Sport Chrono Package
•639/640 57
1) May be incompatible with some copy ­protected CDs (CDR) or audio CDs/ DVDs
(CDR Plus, PCM).
2) Mobile phone preparation or telephone module in HFP mode: The use of a mobile
phone inside a car may cause an increase in the interior electromagnetic field
strength and, accordingly, in the electromagnetic radiation to which passengers
are exposed. If a cradle is used to mount the mobile phone, the field strength in
the passenger compartment can be reduced because the phone can be connected
up to the external aerial (feature depends on how specific mobile phones connect
to the cradle). For information about the availabilit y of a cradle for your mobile
phone, please contact your Porsche Centre. The use of the telephone module for
PCM via Bluetooth
®, SAP connection or with inserted SIM card prevents exposure
to electromagnetic radiation as only the car’s external aerial is ever used.
3) For information on compatibility with your client device, please contact your
Porsche Centre.
4) Dependent on local network availability.
I number/extra ­cost option• Standard equipment■ Available at no extra cost
Leather interior with decorative stitching in red, seat belts in Guards Red and other optional equipment
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