The Porsche 911 GT2 RS is making its world debut at the Moscow Auto Show on August 25th. With a power up by 90 hp and weight down by 70 kilograms in comparison to the 911 GT2, the new 911 GT2 RS has a power-to-weight ratio of just 2.21 kilos per horsepower. Compared to the 911 GT2, fuel consumption and CO2 emissions are down by approximately five per cent to 11.9 ltr/100 km and 284 g/km despite this extra power and performance.
In combination with a gasoline engine the 3.6 litre six-cylinder boxer engine boosted by two turbochargers with variable turbine geometry exclusive to Porsche drives the rear wheels via a six-speed manual gearbox. Developed especially for the 911 GT2 RS, sports tyres measuring 325/30 ZR 19 convert this massive power into equally massive performance and acceleration on the road: 0 to 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds, 0 to 200 km/h in just 9.8 seconds, and 0 to 300 km/h in 28.9 seconds. Top speed is 330 km/h. Equally supreme braking power on this ultra-high-performance sports car comes from PCCB composite ceramic brakes. Appropriate longitudinal and crosswise dynamics are ensured by the sporty RS set-up of the springs, PASM Porsche Adaptive Suspension Management, anti-roll bars, as well as the engine mounts and PSM Porsche Stability Management.
In its looks the new 911 GT2 RS stands out clearly from the 911 GT2 through the lavish use of carbon-fibre-reinforced (CFR) components in a matt black surface finish, even wider wheels and flared wheel arches at the front, new 911 GT2 light-alloy wheels with central locking, as well as â€GT2 RS“ model designations on the doors and rear lid. The rear spoiler lip made of CFR is now 10 millimetres higher and comes in a surface carbon finish. Along with the upgraded front spoiler lip excellent aerodynamic precision and extra down force are achieved.
The interior also exudes the flair of sporty performance in virtually every detail, featuring lightweight bucket seats made of carbon-fibre-reinforced plastic in carbon surface finish and lightweight door panels with door opening straps. The basic interior colour is black, contrasting attractively with other features such as the seat centre sections and the roof lining as well as segments on the steering wheel rim. The gearshift and handbrake lever are both finished in red Alcantara. Limited to just 500 units, the 911 GT2 RS will be available for order as of May 12th 2010 with deliveries starting in September 2010.
