2013 PORSCHE 911 GT3 suspension

30 I Ideal line
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.

Wheels and tyres.
Twent y inches instead of the 19 on the
predecessor model. Another improvement
to dynamic performance that brings you
closer to the sport y limit. The wheels
are platinum ­coloured and made from a
forged alloy.
The central locking device with ‘GT3’ logo
is derived from motorsport. Compared
with the conventional five ­bolt wheel con ­
nection, it offers enhanced performance
thanks to the reduction in rotating masses.
And, of course, it ensures a faster wheel
change, which is vital when you’re in the
pit and the clock is ticking. Tyre sizes are 245/35 ZR 20 on

9 J x 20 at the front and 305/30 ZR 20
on 12 J x 20 at the rear.

Road ­legal sports t yres on the new
911 GT3 help to provide the grip it
needs. Bear in mind, however, that the
reduced tread depth increases the
risk of aquaplaning on wet surfaces.
Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPM) is fit ted
as standard in the new 911 GT3. Not only
does it send warnings to the on ­board
computer’s display screen in the event
of a gradual or sudden loss of pressure,
it also features a racetrack mode. This
takes into consideration the pressure and temperature characteristics of the t yres
on the circuit and precisely monitors
the pressure set in each individual t yre.
In other words, TPM is designed around
your sporting passion.
Porsche Active Suspension

Management (PASM).
This electronic active damping system
offers continuous adjustment of the
damping force on each wheel based on
the current driving situation and your
driving st yle.
At the press of a but ton, you can select
bet ween t wo different modes. ‘Normal’
mode is designed for sport y driving on
public roads and on wet racetracks.
‘Sport ’ mode is specially tuned for
maximum lateral acceleration and offers
the best possible traction on the track.
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Pit stop I 65
Customer driver support.
Your Porsche race car can be sourced
directly from the Porsche Motorsport
department either at the development
centre in Weissach or at Porsche Motor­
sport North America, Inc. We can also
provide you with all the support you
need, both at home and overseas, if you
wish to have your race car modified, and
can also supply spare parts to teams
wherever they are in the world. But that ’s
not all: the Motorsport department is
also your source for parts, kits and
accessories for your Porsche, as well
as advice on race regulations.
Support at the racetrack.
Each year, Porsche is present at more
than 100 races throughout the world.
Race engineers can advise you on set ting
up your car for the specific demands of
individual circuits. Options range from
gearbox ratios and aerodynamics to the
full range of suspension set tings. Porsche
technicians will also assist you in the
unlikely event that you encounter tech­
nical problems. On some races, we can
even provide you with your own team
of Porsche mechanics and, should you
need to replace a non ­wearing part
during a race weekend, you can source
it directly from the Porsche service
trucks that at tend various events.
Hospitality for Porsche Motorsport guests.
Porsche Motorsport guests can always
look forward to exceptional hospitality
at all Porsche one­make championship
events. The Porsche hospitality area
provides a relaxing alternative to the
adrenalin ­fuelled action on the racetrack.
Exclusive yet welcoming, it includes an
attractive programme of Porsche ­themed
activities.

Technical data I 9190 I Technical data
Engine
C y linders6
Displacement 3,79 9 c m
3
Max. power (DIN)
at rpm 350 kW (475 hp)
8,250
Max. torque
at rpm 440 Nm
6,250
Induction Direct fuel injection (DFI)
Transmission
LayoutRear­wheel drive
Gearbox 7­speed Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK)
Chassis
Front axle McPherson strut suspension
Rear axle LSA multi­link suspension
Steering Variable steering ratio, power­assisted, electromechanical
Turning circle 11.1 m
Brakes Six­piston monobloc aluminium fixed brake calipers
at front and four ­piston units at rear, composite brake
discs internally vented and cross ­drilled
Chassis
Vehicle stabilit y system Porsche Stability Management (PSM)
t wo­stage (ESC OFF, ESC+TC OFF)
Anti ­lock braking system ABS 8.0 (integrated into PSM)
Standard wheels Front: 9 J x 20 ET 55
Rear: 12 J x 20 ET 47
Standard tyres Front: 245/35 ZR 20 (sports t yres)
Rear: 305/30 ZR 20 (sports t yres)
Weights
Unladen weight (DIN) 1,4 3 0 k g
Unladen weight EC
1)1,5 05 k g
Permissible gross weight 1,720 k g
Performance
Top speed 315 k m / h
Acceleration 0 –100 km/ h 3.5 secs
Acceleration 0 –160 km/ h 7.5 secs
Acceleration 0 –200 km/ h 11.4 secs
Fuel consumption/emissions2)
Urban in l/100 km 18.9
Extra urban in l/100 km 8.9
Combined in l/100 km 12.4
CO
2 emissions g/km 289
Efficiency class3)
Efficiency class (Germany) G
Ef ficiency class (Switzerland) G
1) Weight is calculated in accordance with the relevant EC Directives and is valid for vehicles with standard specification only. Optional equipment increases this figure. The figure given includes 68 kg for the driver and 7 kg for luggage.2) Data determined in the NEDC (New European Driving Cycle) in accordance with the Euro 5 (715/2007/ EC, 692/2008/ EC and ECE ­R 101) measurement method. The figures do not refer to an individual vehicle nor do they constitute part
of the of fer. They are intended solely as a means of comparing dif ferent t ypes of vehicle. Fuel consumption calculated for vehicles with standard specification only. Actual consumption and per formance may var y with items of optional
equipment. A vehicle’s fuel consumption and CO
2 emissions depend not only on its ef ficient use of fuel but also on driving st yle and other non ­technical factors. The latest Porsche models with petrol engine are designed to operate on
fuels with an ethanol content of up to 10 %. You can obtain further information about individual vehicles from your Porsche Centre.
3) Valid in the countries listed only.
Tyre identification
Ty r e t yp e SizeFuel efficiency class/
rolling resistanceWet grip class
External rolling noise*
class
External rolling noise
(dB)
Sports t yres (S) 245/35 ZR 20GA 69
Sports t yres (S) 305/30 ZR 20EA 72
Dimensions/aerodynamics
Length 4,545 mm
Width
(including exterior mirrors) 1,852 mm (1,978 mm)
Height 1, 269 m m
Wheelbase 2,457 m m
Luggage compartment
volume (German Car
Manufacturers’ Assoc.) 125 l i t re s
Tank capacity (refill volume) 64 litres
Drag coef ficient 0.33
For logistical and technical reasons relating to the production process, we are unable to accept orders for a particular make of t yre.
* Quiet rolling noise, Moderate rolling noise,
Loud rolling noise.

92 I Index
A
A e r o d y n a m ic s 12
Airbags 43
AUX inter face 55
B
B ra k es 41
C
CDR audio system 55
CDR Plus audio system 55
Chassis 30
Clubsport package 45
Colours 76
D
Design 12
Direct fuel injection (DFI) 18
Dry ­sump lubrication 20
Dynamic engine mounts 33
E
Emission control 72
Engine 18
Environment 71
F
Fuel 72
Fuel consumption 71
I
I numbers 78
Instruments 51
Intake manifold 23
Intelligent Shift Program (ISP) 27
Interior 50
M
Motorsport 60
P
Panorama 84
Personalisation 76
Porsche Active Suspension Management
(PASM) 35
Porsche Car Configurator 83
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake
(PCCB) 42
Porsche Communication Management
(P CM) 57
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) 25
Porsche Exclusive 82
Porsche Side Impact Protection System
(POSIP) 43
Porsche Stabilit y Management (PSM) 37
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus
(PT V Plus) 37
R
Rear differential lock 37
Rear ­axle steering 30
Recycling 71
S
Safet y 43
Seats
Adaptive Sports seats Plus 53
Sports bucket seats 52
Sports seats Plus 52
Sound Package Plus 55
Sport Chrono Package 57
Sports exhaust system 23
Steering wheel 52
Summary 89
T
Technical data 90
TFT display 51
Tra n s m i s si o n 25
Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPM) 35
V
VarioCam 20
W
Wheels 35 The models featured in this publication
are approved for road use in Germany.
Some items of equipment are available
as extra
­cost options only. The availabil ­
it y of models and options may vary from
market to market due to local restrictions
and regulations. For information on
standard and optional equipment, please
consult your Porsche Centre. All informa ­
tion regarding construction, features,
design, performance, dimensions, weight,
fuel consumption and running costs is
correct to the best of our knowledge
at the time of going to print (03/13).
Porsche reserves the right to alter speci ­
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