991.2 GT3, thoughts at 5000 km on the odo
09-30-2017, 10:01 PM
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09-30-2017, 10:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Jimmy-D
I would assume that everything would be magnified because AP stated they used less sound deadening in the .2
I bet that 911 Speedster with this engine will sound amazing.
09-30-2017, 10:20 PM
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+/- engine shrieks to 9000 rpm like it is going to launch itself into the stratosphere. But I'm not quite sure what to think of it though. Everyone is raving. But I don't get the "wow that's f*cking fast" at the top end. To me the torque is more impressive when you overtake than when you just rev it out. I don't know, it just seems to take a long time to get to 9000 rpm without really giving extra oooomph. Might be just my buttometer that's not calibrated well though ;-)
10-01-2017, 05:37 AM
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Hi, just wanted to say thanks for taking the time to give us such a good insight to the car, sounds incredible. I'm still waiting for confirmation of my allocation so need to dream for the time being. Thanks
10-01-2017, 05:56 AM
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+/- engine shrieks to 9000 rpm like it is going to launch itself into the stratosphere. But I'm not quite sure what to think of it though. Everyone is raving. But I don't get the "wow that's f*cking fast" at the top end. To me the torque is more impressive when you overtake than when you just rev it out. I don't know, it just seems to take a long time to get to 9000 rpm without really giving extra oooomph. Might be just my buttometer that's not calibrated well though
10-01-2017, 10:34 AM
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source: http://fizz.news/content/porsche-911-gt3-brochure-2018
Torque tops out at 6000rpm so holding on till 9000rpm won't give any extra oooomph, but should put you back in the power band on gear change
10-01-2017, 12:39 PM
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Originally Posted by bccars;14508629
Like previous, I disagree. Midrange is great imo. My initial feeling is it could use more topend rush, doesn't feel like it's revving freely enough, like it's holding back for some reason.
Without access to twisties or racetrack, you'll only use 25% of the car's capabilities. The in this forum so frowned upon base C2 is every bit as capable in the city and on the highway in traffic and daily driving conditions.
Just my subjective opinion, as always YMMV, and my opinion may even change over time ...
Without access to twisties or racetrack, you'll only use 25% of the car's capabilities. The in this forum so frowned upon base C2 is every bit as capable in the city and on the highway in traffic and daily driving conditions.
Just my subjective opinion, as always YMMV, and my opinion may even change over time ...
my p car mech is maybe too old but he says a 911 engine open at max rpms after 9/10k km
(if good care indeed...)
i find all these cars boring in dd in compare to any past one
my current M4comp to get some enjoment on dd i have to risk my driving license close to 100/124 mph
very effective on track, engineering is perfect,
but i don t get them anymore on streets (unless closed to traffic)
10-01-2017, 04:47 PM
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Originally Posted by NevB
source: http://fizz.news/content/porsche-911-gt3-brochure-2018
Torque tops out at 6000rpm so holding on till 9000rpm won't give any extra oooomph, but should put you back in the power band on gear change
10-02-2017, 06:28 AM
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It's not the height, it's the distance to the steering wheel.
10-02-2017, 06:31 AM
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I think I'll try to keep it between 6000 and 8250 when going on track.
10-03-2017, 08:55 AM
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10-03-2017, 12:09 PM
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Hey guys, call me crazy but if the GT3 did not have a manual option, I might be looking at a different car. Porsche is still the only marque that a manual is available. I don't track the car and I want a car that I can really feel engaged with the driving. I know the manual is decidedly slower but with no thoughts of tracking it, it's the most appealing.
If I was going to want a dual clutch, paddle shift then there are are a number of options. McClaren, Ferrari, etc. I love the 812 speedfast and the F12TDF. But no manual !
If I was going to want a dual clutch, paddle shift then there are are a number of options. McClaren, Ferrari, etc. I love the 812 speedfast and the F12TDF. But no manual !