991 GT3 info from the source!
02-20-2011, 03:16 AM
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And the next GT3 will be called 'Porsche GT3 Parallel Hybrid.'
It has an electric motor and a 4.0L 9A1 engine parallelly driving a 8-speed PDK gearbox. In Race Hybrid mode it will provide overboost hp/torque when accelerating and existing corners. And in E-Drive mode it can run in pure electric for zero-emission city maneuvering.
It has an electric motor and a 4.0L 9A1 engine parallelly driving a 8-speed PDK gearbox. In Race Hybrid mode it will provide overboost hp/torque when accelerating and existing corners. And in E-Drive mode it can run in pure electric for zero-emission city maneuvering.
Interestingly, this silly concept is actually similar to the spec of the new Porsche supercar 918 Spyder - Parallel Hybrid
http://auto.infoniac.com/2010/03/por...brid-supercar/
Porsche 918 Spyder – Parallel Hybrid Supercar
Today the Geneva Motor Show opened its doors to everyone passionate about cars, especially the eco-friendly ones. With this in mind it would be interesting to mention that Porsche has presented its 918 Spyder concept supercar.
The German carmaker’s new vehicle resembles a Carrera GT. It is powered by a 500hp V8 engine, but it also has two electric motors that generate extra 218hp or 160KW.
The company’s press release says that in theory Porsche 918 Spyder can reach a speed of 62mph in 3.2 seconds, with the top speed being 198mph.
It is also worth mentioning that the vehicle is a parallel hybrid, which means that it can engage one of the two engines or use both. On electrons alone the 918 Spyder can travel 16 miles.
The car has 4 modes:
1. E-Drive – pure electric power.
2. Hybrid – both engines are used.
3. Sport Hybrid – just like the Hybrid mode it uses both engines but with more power going to the rear wheels.
4. Race Hybrid – the car shows everything it is capable of. According to Porsche, the Spyder can cross the Nordschleife* in less than 7:30 minutes).
*Nordschleife is a 20.8 km (12.9 miles) long section that was built back in 1927 and is today used for testing new vehicles.
Porsche 918 Spyder – Parallel Hybrid Supercar
Today the Geneva Motor Show opened its doors to everyone passionate about cars, especially the eco-friendly ones. With this in mind it would be interesting to mention that Porsche has presented its 918 Spyder concept supercar.
The German carmaker’s new vehicle resembles a Carrera GT. It is powered by a 500hp V8 engine, but it also has two electric motors that generate extra 218hp or 160KW.
The company’s press release says that in theory Porsche 918 Spyder can reach a speed of 62mph in 3.2 seconds, with the top speed being 198mph.
It is also worth mentioning that the vehicle is a parallel hybrid, which means that it can engage one of the two engines or use both. On electrons alone the 918 Spyder can travel 16 miles.
The car has 4 modes:
1. E-Drive – pure electric power.
2. Hybrid – both engines are used.
3. Sport Hybrid – just like the Hybrid mode it uses both engines but with more power going to the rear wheels.
4. Race Hybrid – the car shows everything it is capable of. According to Porsche, the Spyder can cross the Nordschleife* in less than 7:30 minutes).
*Nordschleife is a 20.8 km (12.9 miles) long section that was built back in 1927 and is today used for testing new vehicles.
02-20-2011, 06:12 AM
#197
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02-20-2011, 02:31 PM
#199
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If Porsche didn't at least buy into this electric stuff just a little bit, there would be heck to pay ... appeasing the greenies in a pretty cool way, actually.
02-21-2011, 12:35 AM
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02-21-2011, 12:26 PM
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brilliant!
The only thing missing was the "Mr Fusion" power source!
04-23-2011, 10:35 PM
#203
Drifting
Bump - Anymore on this?
07-26-2011, 07:00 PM
#205
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only that it will be "glorious" in the words of one Porsche exec apparently ...
I think you have to wait for the 991 cup/R/RSR car to be announced as that (might) have a 9A1 powerplant in it ... this is a prerequisite since there is no suitable powerplant for any 991 GT3 or RS at this time (published).
Porsche could break with tradition and announce the street variant ahead of the motorsport...
Also, there are the C4 and Turbo variants to be announced before the GT cars ...
I believe the 991 launch is coming this Sept so not long to wait for the base announcement
I think you have to wait for the 991 cup/R/RSR car to be announced as that (might) have a 9A1 powerplant in it ... this is a prerequisite since there is no suitable powerplant for any 991 GT3 or RS at this time (published).
Porsche could break with tradition and announce the street variant ahead of the motorsport...
Also, there are the C4 and Turbo variants to be announced before the GT cars ...
I believe the 991 launch is coming this Sept so not long to wait for the base announcement
07-27-2011, 10:44 AM
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^^ No suitable powerplant? You don't think Porsche could find a way to make the 9A1 suitable? After all, Porsche did say it makes no sense to build two totally different engines for the same car. That's one of the reasons they're stopping production of the Mezger.
What do I know though, maybe they will make a new powerplant for the 991 GT models (???).
What do I know though, maybe they will make a new powerplant for the 991 GT models (???).
07-27-2011, 11:16 AM
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One of my biggest concerns is the High-Revving nature of the Mezger engine the GT3 variants offer right now. Will the 9A1 offer and withstand the same rev-happy habit?
They can certainly raise the rev-limiter electronically but how will it last on the long stretch?
Anyways, I don't care for the new 991 look, the long wheelbase, or the fugly interior... It became too luxurious and grand touring car looking rather than a compact and tight German car. Similar situation with the arrival of the E92 series M3, people just preferred the E46 because of the size. In my eyes, Porsche had it's best looking 911 series with the 997 models.
They can certainly raise the rev-limiter electronically but how will it last on the long stretch?
Anyways, I don't care for the new 991 look, the long wheelbase, or the fugly interior... It became too luxurious and grand touring car looking rather than a compact and tight German car. Similar situation with the arrival of the E92 series M3, people just preferred the E46 because of the size. In my eyes, Porsche had it's best looking 911 series with the 997 models.
07-27-2011, 11:44 AM
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Bodes well for our next engine block, IMO.
07-27-2011, 11:56 AM
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^^ No suitable powerplant? You don't think Porsche could find a way to make the 9A1 suitable? After all, Porsche did say it makes no sense to build two totally different engines for the same car. That's one of the reasons they're stopping production of the Mezger.
What do I know though, maybe they will make a new powerplant for the 991 GT models (???).
What do I know though, maybe they will make a new powerplant for the 991 GT models (???).
07-27-2011, 12:02 PM
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I believe the inherent problem with DFI engines is that they're rev-challenged. The high pressure fuel pumps proved to be a big challenge (and in some cases, disasters) for early adopters including BMW and VW. AFAIK DFI's earliest appearance in high-revving, "exotic" application is the F458. What Fiat did to get the injectors work thru a 9k rpm redline I dunno, but it certainly proves that DFI can be done.
Bodes well for our next engine block, IMO.
Bodes well for our next engine block, IMO.
actually, I probably have already done so ...