991.2 GT3 vs 991.1 GT3RS- which is better buy right now?
01-06-2019, 06:54 PM
#17
Instructor
Thread Starter
This has been really helpful! Thank you all for the input. Can’t go wrong with either but I am leaning towards the RS.
I have driven .2 GT3 and loved it. Thought it was a decent improvement over .1 GT3 in low end power and overall driver engagement. I have never driven 3RS but can only imagine it being even more raw and visceral.
At that price point, I do get tempted by a 458 Italia. I know the tech is dated and that a 3RS would probably destroy one but I certainly do like them. Rather get into a GT car now though.
.1 RS more limited in numbers than .2gt3 which is another factor I’m considering.
For thosw that have had both the 991.1 3rs and 992 gt3, how do they differ in sound? Both in daily driving and on WOT?
I have driven .2 GT3 and loved it. Thought it was a decent improvement over .1 GT3 in low end power and overall driver engagement. I have never driven 3RS but can only imagine it being even more raw and visceral.
At that price point, I do get tempted by a 458 Italia. I know the tech is dated and that a 3RS would probably destroy one but I certainly do like them. Rather get into a GT car now though.
.1 RS more limited in numbers than .2gt3 which is another factor I’m considering.
For thosw that have had both the 991.1 3rs and 992 gt3, how do they differ in sound? Both in daily driving and on WOT?
01-06-2019, 07:25 PM
#18
Drifting
I’ve owned them all. RS are special cars, just feel and sound different. If manual isn’t important, RS all day. In fact, i would buy a 991. 1 CPO GT3 before a 991.2 GT3; I love a raw loud mechanical car, for some reason that was engineered out of the .2, but man what an engine that new 4.0 is! No wrong answer, good luck.
01-06-2019, 08:26 PM
#19
This has been really helpful! Thank you all for the input. Can’t go wrong with either but I am leaning towards the RS.
I have driven .2 GT3 and loved it. Thought it was a decent improvement over .1 GT3 in low end power and overall driver engagement. I have never driven 3RS but can only imagine it being even more raw and visceral.
At that price point, I do get tempted by a 458 Italia. I know the tech is dated and that a 3RS would probably destroy one but I certainly do like them. Rather get into a GT car now though.
.1 RS more limited in numbers than .2gt3 which is another factor I’m considering.
For those that have had both the 991.1 3rs and 992 gt3, how do they differ in sound? Both in daily driving and on WOT?
I have driven .2 GT3 and loved it. Thought it was a decent improvement over .1 GT3 in low end power and overall driver engagement. I have never driven 3RS but can only imagine it being even more raw and visceral.
At that price point, I do get tempted by a 458 Italia. I know the tech is dated and that a 3RS would probably destroy one but I certainly do like them. Rather get into a GT car now though.
.1 RS more limited in numbers than .2gt3 which is another factor I’m considering.
For those that have had both the 991.1 3rs and 992 gt3, how do they differ in sound? Both in daily driving and on WOT?
Sound-wise, the .1 RS is similar to .1 GT3, which OP also owned. That is, .1 RS has higher-pitched scream/whale than any .2 GT3 due to different engine design. I kind of miss that sound from my .1 GT3.
By comparison, .2 GT3, which I just drove in last hour, has much more of a tenor sound, even at mid and high revs, which some reviewers have describe as a “drone”. I like it, but honestly think I liked the sound of .1 better. Combined with the quick snap-off upshifts of the PDK, the .1 GT3 is a real screamer.
01-06-2019, 08:38 PM
#20
That 997 RS looks great. Have never had the pleasure of driving a 997 RS. Maybe someone at Smokies will oblige me this spring?
01-06-2019, 10:16 PM
#22
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I haven’t owned a .1 RS but have driven them. I owned a .1 GT3 and currently own a .2 GT3 (Touring / manual).
Sound-wise, the .1 RS is similar to .1 GT3, which OP also owned. That is, .1 RS has higher-pitched scream/whale than any .2 GT3 due to different engine design. I kind of miss that sound from my .1 GT3.
By comparison, .2 GT3, which I just drove in last hour, has much more of a tenor sound, even at mid and high revs, which some reviewers have describe as a “drone”. I like it, but honestly think I liked the sound of .1 better. Combined with the quick snap-off upshifts of the PDK, the .1 GT3 is a real screamer.
anyways took me some time to understand
the Doctor Jeckill Mr Hyde Touring personality,
6th gear 1000 rpm like on the velvet a beast when you want to go crazy,
is intriguing more and more,
let s say Doctor Jeckill is sleeping if not dead in the .1 GTs and Mr Hyde is gone in .1RS
all in all the .2 (GT) is a more mature project
Last edited by fxz; 01-06-2019 at 11:12 PM.
01-07-2019, 02:51 AM
#23
Pro
Simple....
If you desire a manual, get the 991.2 GT3. If PDK is up your alley, get the RS 100000%. An RS just feels more special.
BTW, I have a GT3 and it's only because I am a manual snob.
If you desire a manual, get the 991.2 GT3. If PDK is up your alley, get the RS 100000%. An RS just feels more special.
BTW, I have a GT3 and it's only because I am a manual snob.
01-08-2019, 03:43 AM
#24
991.1 RS Engine
Guys,
Looking to getting back into the GT3 fold, I sold my RB 991.1 GT3 as I was uncomfortable being cash in on a vehicle that had a design issue with the engine. I planned to keep the car long term but after 2 years I released her. Now with the new 991.2 GT3 becoming available here in the UK and prices are softening, my quick question was the issues seen on the 991.1 engine also an issue on the RS. I could easily be tempted into the RS as they have dropped almost back to list if you can purchase privately.
Thanks in advance
LMC
Looking to getting back into the GT3 fold, I sold my RB 991.1 GT3 as I was uncomfortable being cash in on a vehicle that had a design issue with the engine. I planned to keep the car long term but after 2 years I released her. Now with the new 991.2 GT3 becoming available here in the UK and prices are softening, my quick question was the issues seen on the 991.1 engine also an issue on the RS. I could easily be tempted into the RS as they have dropped almost back to list if you can purchase privately.
Thanks in advance
LMC
01-08-2019, 05:57 AM
#25
Nordschleife Master
Guys,
Looking to getting back into the GT3 fold, I sold my RB 991.1 GT3 as I was uncomfortable being cash in on a vehicle that had a design issue with the engine. I planned to keep the car long term but after 2 years I released her. Now with the new 991.2 GT3 becoming available here in the UK and prices are softening, my quick question was the issues seen on the 991.1 engine also an issue on the RS. I could easily be tempted into the RS as they have dropped almost back to list if you can purchase privately.
Thanks in advance
LMC
Looking to getting back into the GT3 fold, I sold my RB 991.1 GT3 as I was uncomfortable being cash in on a vehicle that had a design issue with the engine. I planned to keep the car long term but after 2 years I released her. Now with the new 991.2 GT3 becoming available here in the UK and prices are softening, my quick question was the issues seen on the 991.1 engine also an issue on the RS. I could easily be tempted into the RS as they have dropped almost back to list if you can purchase privately.
Thanks in advance
LMC
i would not recommend 991.1 if you have a choice
01-08-2019, 06:18 AM
#26
Maybe I did not word my question clearly, my apologies.
01-08-2019, 06:27 AM
#27
Nordschleife Master
but it’s still short of .2 Gt3 / Motorsport engine
01-08-2019, 07:24 AM
#28
Race Car
Guys,
Looking to getting back into the GT3 fold, I sold my RB 991.1 GT3 as I was uncomfortable being cash in on a vehicle that had a design issue with the engine. I planned to keep the car long term but after 2 years I released her. Now with the new 991.2 GT3 becoming available here in the UK and prices are softening, my quick question was the issues seen on the 991.1 engine also an issue on the RS. I could easily be tempted into the RS as they have dropped almost back to list if you can purchase privately.
Thanks in advance
LMC
Looking to getting back into the GT3 fold, I sold my RB 991.1 GT3 as I was uncomfortable being cash in on a vehicle that had a design issue with the engine. I planned to keep the car long term but after 2 years I released her. Now with the new 991.2 GT3 becoming available here in the UK and prices are softening, my quick question was the issues seen on the 991.1 engine also an issue on the RS. I could easily be tempted into the RS as they have dropped almost back to list if you can purchase privately.
Thanks in advance
LMC
01-08-2019, 08:05 AM
#29
Burning Brakes
I have both currently. Had a .2 RS for 2 days. Would choose .1RS unless you want the manual. It’s a better value.
01-08-2019, 11:29 AM
#30
Race Director
Guys,
Looking to getting back into the GT3 fold, I sold my RB 991.1 GT3 as I was uncomfortable being cash in on a vehicle that had a design issue with the engine. I planned to keep the car long term but after 2 years I released her. Now with the new 991.2 GT3 becoming available here in the UK and prices are softening, my quick question was the issues seen on the 991.1 engine also an issue on the RS. I could easily be tempted into the RS as they have dropped almost back to list if you can purchase privately.
Thanks in advance
LMC
Looking to getting back into the GT3 fold, I sold my RB 991.1 GT3 as I was uncomfortable being cash in on a vehicle that had a design issue with the engine. I planned to keep the car long term but after 2 years I released her. Now with the new 991.2 GT3 becoming available here in the UK and prices are softening, my quick question was the issues seen on the 991.1 engine also an issue on the RS. I could easily be tempted into the RS as they have dropped almost back to list if you can purchase privately.
Thanks in advance
LMC