Mezger vs. 991 motor
10-04-2014, 05:46 PM
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Mezger vs. 991 motor
Guys now that you have put some miles on your 991 GT3's what are your thoughts on the new motor vs, the 997,996 GT3 motor? Anything noticably different in driving or sound? Anything noticable after a couple sessions on the track? Are you as happy with this new motor or does the PDK niggle you?
Just curious.
Just curious.
10-04-2014, 09:08 PM
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Old guy. Probably better if CarreraGT, fast lane, mooty and a few if the other multiple mezger engined prior owners chip in here for maximum validity. I myself have had 993rs and 996.1GT3 and by comparison I'm very very happy with this engine - it is the best sounding production engine IMO I have heard - sounds As good in the car as outside! My only complain about the engine is more a flat six issue - it lacks low down torque like all it's atmosphere prefers does. Another 50-70lbft down there would be magic but given they only managed 10lbft with the 4.0RS I doubt this will ever changed without a turbo...
10-04-2014, 09:21 PM
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10-04-2014, 09:35 PM
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Let me put it this way. If I had kept my.2 GT3 it would be sitting in the garage collecting dust.
Power is available almost instantly compared to .2 GT3. You will surprise yourself how quickly Everything happen. All I can say is be careful. This car is FAST, no It's freaking FAST and the gear change is lighting fast. The old GT3 you had to work hard to get there. I like having all the power available instantly.
The handling is way better. It feels like I am part of the car. I don't get tossed around as much and the ride comfort is way better. The old GT3 was at times too bumpy of a ride.
The interior design is much nicer.
The steering feel on .2 was much better than the new GT3 . It might be just me but its a little on the soft side. I guess it's part of making the new GT3 as a DD. IDK.
Cheers
Power is available almost instantly compared to .2 GT3. You will surprise yourself how quickly Everything happen. All I can say is be careful. This car is FAST, no It's freaking FAST and the gear change is lighting fast. The old GT3 you had to work hard to get there. I like having all the power available instantly.
The handling is way better. It feels like I am part of the car. I don't get tossed around as much and the ride comfort is way better. The old GT3 was at times too bumpy of a ride.
The interior design is much nicer.
The steering feel on .2 was much better than the new GT3 . It might be just me but its a little on the soft side. I guess it's part of making the new GT3 as a DD. IDK.
Cheers
10-05-2014, 12:05 AM
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The same was said for the transition from the MP4-12C to the 650s.
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10-05-2014, 12:17 AM
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10-05-2014, 12:18 AM
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That motorcycle breakin article is suspect at best. The GT3 motor is not a motorcycle motor. I'm sure there will be many who disagree. Drive it like you stole it right out of the box ? I certainly would not want to buy one of those cars used.
10-05-2014, 01:03 AM
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if u go slow its docileike accord.
if u hammer it, it will
blow by 3.8 Rs like they are parked
I think it's even faster than my 4.0
I don't know and I hate to rank if 3.8 Rs is better or if 991gt is better. but if I didn't have 4,0 I would have kept 3.8 and added 991. but I
think they have fundamental differences that's hard to compare. I really do like them
both. but it's easier to drive the 991 on daily basis.
991 power band seemed wider than 38
it corners flatter than 38
sound is about same outside but quieter inside
durability of engine is unknown since it's so new
but at today's pricing, and u are a not a collector, I
think u are missing out on life if u don't have a 991
10-05-2014, 01:27 AM
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YES strangely so....
if u go slow its docileike accord.
if u hammer it, it will
blow by 3.8 Rs like they are parked
I think it's even faster than my 4.0
I don't know and I hate to rank if 3.8 Rs is better or if 991gt is better. but if I didn't have 4,0 I would have kept 3.8 and added 991. but I
think they have fundamental differences that's hard to compare. I really do like them
both. but it's easier to drive the 991 on daily basis.
991 power band seemed wider than 38
it corners flatter than 38
sound is about same outside but quieter inside
durability of engine is unknown since it's so new
but at today's pricing, and u are a not a collector, I
think u are missing out on life if u don't have a 991
if u go slow its docileike accord.
if u hammer it, it will
blow by 3.8 Rs like they are parked
I think it's even faster than my 4.0
I don't know and I hate to rank if 3.8 Rs is better or if 991gt is better. but if I didn't have 4,0 I would have kept 3.8 and added 991. but I
think they have fundamental differences that's hard to compare. I really do like them
both. but it's easier to drive the 991 on daily basis.
991 power band seemed wider than 38
it corners flatter than 38
sound is about same outside but quieter inside
durability of engine is unknown since it's so new
but at today's pricing, and u are a not a collector, I
think u are missing out on life if u don't have a 991
10-05-2014, 01:30 AM
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^ pls initiate a group mass email to PAG.
I would like that job.
I would like that job.
10-05-2014, 02:18 AM
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YES strangely so....
if u go slow its docileike accord.
if u hammer it, it will
blow by 3.8 Rs like they are parked
I think it's even faster than my 4.0
I don't know and I hate to rank if 3.8 Rs is better or if 991gt is better. but if I didn't have 4,0 I would have kept 3.8 and added 991. but I
think they have fundamental differences that's hard to compare. I really do like them
both. but it's easier to drive the 991 on daily basis.
991 power band seemed wider than 38
it corners flatter than 38
sound is about same outside but quieter inside
durability of engine is unknown since it's so new
but at today's pricing, and u are a not a collector, I
think u are missing out on life if u don't have a 991
if u go slow its docileike accord.
if u hammer it, it will
blow by 3.8 Rs like they are parked
I think it's even faster than my 4.0
I don't know and I hate to rank if 3.8 Rs is better or if 991gt is better. but if I didn't have 4,0 I would have kept 3.8 and added 991. but I
think they have fundamental differences that's hard to compare. I really do like them
both. but it's easier to drive the 991 on daily basis.
991 power band seemed wider than 38
it corners flatter than 38
sound is about same outside but quieter inside
durability of engine is unknown since it's so new
but at today's pricing, and u are a not a collector, I
think u are missing out on life if u don't have a 991
I can only have 1 911 in the garage & now might be the best time to sell my 997.1RS.
10-05-2014, 09:34 AM
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Duplicate. My apologies