2010 GT3? Video from the 'ring
06-04-2008 | 08:01 PM
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2010 GT3? Video from the 'ring
Originally Posted by edmunds.com
We're only a few months away from the official launch of the 2009 Porsche 911, but recent spy video from the Nürburgring suggests that a refreshed version of the 911 GT3 will follow for the 2010 model year.
Like the forthcoming 911 Carrera, the 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 gets only minor styling changes this time around. The reworked front end has been simplified with only three air inlets instead of five, while the front marker lights have been narrowed slightly. Tape over the taillights indicates a few minor changes to their design along with the switch to full LED illumination. It's hard to tell if the spoiler is full production spec, but it's certainly high enough to carry the GT3 tradition.
Like the Carrera, the 2010 GT3's flat-6 engine will benefit from the addition of direct fuel injection. The new technology will deliver an extra 20 horsepower in the standard Carrera, so expect a similar bump to the GT3's current 415-hp rating. Displacement is expected to remain at 3.6 liters.
Although it's clear from the sound of the gearchanges that this GT3 prototype has a manual transmission, the introduction of the Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) dual-clutch transmission in the standard 911 opens the door for inclusion in the GT3 as well. The new PDK transmission is essentially Porsche's version of Volkswagen's DSG, but whether it's up to handling the GT3's additional power remains to be seen.
With deliveries of the 911 Carrera and Carrera S models scheduled to start this fall, sales of the 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 probably won't begin until late next spring at the earliest.
Like the forthcoming 911 Carrera, the 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 gets only minor styling changes this time around. The reworked front end has been simplified with only three air inlets instead of five, while the front marker lights have been narrowed slightly. Tape over the taillights indicates a few minor changes to their design along with the switch to full LED illumination. It's hard to tell if the spoiler is full production spec, but it's certainly high enough to carry the GT3 tradition.
Like the Carrera, the 2010 GT3's flat-6 engine will benefit from the addition of direct fuel injection. The new technology will deliver an extra 20 horsepower in the standard Carrera, so expect a similar bump to the GT3's current 415-hp rating. Displacement is expected to remain at 3.6 liters.
Although it's clear from the sound of the gearchanges that this GT3 prototype has a manual transmission, the introduction of the Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) dual-clutch transmission in the standard 911 opens the door for inclusion in the GT3 as well. The new PDK transmission is essentially Porsche's version of Volkswagen's DSG, but whether it's up to handling the GT3's additional power remains to be seen.
With deliveries of the 911 Carrera and Carrera S models scheduled to start this fall, sales of the 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 probably won't begin until late next spring at the earliest.
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06-04-2008 | 10:30 PM
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GT2 description:
Some things never change, including driver expectations of a 911 GT2: sports-oriented performance, a direct response and impressive power.
The new 911 GT2 has a specially adapted version of Porsche Stability Management (PSM). In addition to ABS, the package includes two automatic driver aids: stability control (SC) and traction control (TC).
Stability control (SC), which is responsible for lateral dynamics, uses a range of sensors to monitor the direction, speed, yaw velocity (speed of rotation around the vertical axis) and lateral acceleration of the car. Using this information, it is possible to calculate the actual direction of travel at any given moment. If the car begins to oversteer or understeer, selective braking is applied on individual wheels to restore control in critical driving scenarios.
Traction control (TC), with its integrated ABD (automatic brake differential), ASR (anti-slip regulation) and EDC (engine drag-torque control) functions, is responsible for the longitudinal dynamics of the car. Configured for sports-oriented driving, traction control improves handling under acceleration on surfaces with inconsistent grip. It also prevents the rear from stepping out if a wheel loses traction under full power. The trigger threshold is relatively high, which means it is rarely employed in normal dry conditions.
Among the unique features of PSM in the new 911 GT2 are the relatively high intervention threshold on both control systems enabling a more natural drive and the two-stage disable function for maximum driver control.
Stage 1 disables the stability control (SC) via the SC OFF switch in the center console. In SC OFF mode, the control system does not intervene if the car goes off-course in the lateral direction, which means the throttle can be used to help steer the car. Traction control (TC) is still active in this mode.
Stage 2 disables the traction control as well via the separate SC+TC OFF switch, giving the driver full command of the vehicle. Another unique feature is the fact that stability control remains disabled in stages 1 and 2 even when the ABS is required under braking. Specially developed for the new 911 GT2, this revised system strategy means the car can also be enjoyed to maximum effect on the racetrack.
The anti-lock braking system (ABS 8.0) is integrated in PSM and remains active, irrespective of which settings have been selected. ABS ensures a relatively short braking distance and thus enhanced safety.
GT2 description:
Some things never change, including driver expectations of a 911 GT2: sports-oriented performance, a direct response and impressive power.
The new 911 GT2 has a specially adapted version of Porsche Stability Management (PSM). In addition to ABS, the package includes two automatic driver aids: stability control (SC) and traction control (TC).
Stability control (SC), which is responsible for lateral dynamics, uses a range of sensors to monitor the direction, speed, yaw velocity (speed of rotation around the vertical axis) and lateral acceleration of the car. Using this information, it is possible to calculate the actual direction of travel at any given moment. If the car begins to oversteer or understeer, selective braking is applied on individual wheels to restore control in critical driving scenarios.
Traction control (TC), with its integrated ABD (automatic brake differential), ASR (anti-slip regulation) and EDC (engine drag-torque control) functions, is responsible for the longitudinal dynamics of the car. Configured for sports-oriented driving, traction control improves handling under acceleration on surfaces with inconsistent grip. It also prevents the rear from stepping out if a wheel loses traction under full power. The trigger threshold is relatively high, which means it is rarely employed in normal dry conditions.
Among the unique features of PSM in the new 911 GT2 are the relatively high intervention threshold on both control systems enabling a more natural drive and the two-stage disable function for maximum driver control.
Stage 1 disables the stability control (SC) via the SC OFF switch in the center console. In SC OFF mode, the control system does not intervene if the car goes off-course in the lateral direction, which means the throttle can be used to help steer the car. Traction control (TC) is still active in this mode.
Stage 2 disables the traction control as well via the separate SC+TC OFF switch, giving the driver full command of the vehicle. Another unique feature is the fact that stability control remains disabled in stages 1 and 2 even when the ABS is required under braking. Specially developed for the new 911 GT2, this revised system strategy means the car can also be enjoyed to maximum effect on the racetrack.
The anti-lock braking system (ABS 8.0) is integrated in PSM and remains active, irrespective of which settings have been selected. ABS ensures a relatively short braking distance and thus enhanced safety.
06-04-2008 | 11:24 PM
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GT2 description:
Some things never change, including driver expectations of a 911 GT2: sports-oriented performance, a direct response and impressive power.
The new 911 GT2 has a specially adapted version of Porsche Stability Management (PSM). In addition to ABS, the package includes two automatic driver aids: stability control (SC) and traction control (TC).
Stability control (SC), which is responsible for lateral dynamics, uses a range of sensors to monitor the direction, speed, yaw velocity (speed of rotation around the vertical axis) and lateral acceleration of the car. Using this information, it is possible to calculate the actual direction of travel at any given moment. If the car begins to oversteer or understeer, selective braking is applied on individual wheels to restore control in critical driving scenarios.
Traction control (TC), with its integrated ABD (automatic brake differential), ASR (anti-slip regulation) and EDC (engine drag-torque control) functions, is responsible for the longitudinal dynamics of the car. Configured for sports-oriented driving, traction control improves handling under acceleration on surfaces with inconsistent grip. It also prevents the rear from stepping out if a wheel loses traction under full power. The trigger threshold is relatively high, which means it is rarely employed in normal dry conditions.
Among the unique features of PSM in the new 911 GT2 are the relatively high intervention threshold on both control systems enabling a more natural drive and the two-stage disable function for maximum driver control.
Stage 1 disables the stability control (SC) via the SC OFF switch in the center console. In SC OFF mode, the control system does not intervene if the car goes off-course in the lateral direction, which means the throttle can be used to help steer the car. Traction control (TC) is still active in this mode.
Stage 2 disables the traction control as well via the separate SC+TC OFF switch, giving the driver full command of the vehicle. Another unique feature is the fact that stability control remains disabled in stages 1 and 2 even when the ABS is required under braking. Specially developed for the new 911 GT2, this revised system strategy means the car can also be enjoyed to maximum effect on the racetrack.
The anti-lock braking system (ABS 8.0) is integrated in PSM and remains active, irrespective of which settings have been selected. ABS ensures a relatively short braking distance and thus enhanced safety.
GT2 description:
Some things never change, including driver expectations of a 911 GT2: sports-oriented performance, a direct response and impressive power.
The new 911 GT2 has a specially adapted version of Porsche Stability Management (PSM). In addition to ABS, the package includes two automatic driver aids: stability control (SC) and traction control (TC).
Stability control (SC), which is responsible for lateral dynamics, uses a range of sensors to monitor the direction, speed, yaw velocity (speed of rotation around the vertical axis) and lateral acceleration of the car. Using this information, it is possible to calculate the actual direction of travel at any given moment. If the car begins to oversteer or understeer, selective braking is applied on individual wheels to restore control in critical driving scenarios.
Traction control (TC), with its integrated ABD (automatic brake differential), ASR (anti-slip regulation) and EDC (engine drag-torque control) functions, is responsible for the longitudinal dynamics of the car. Configured for sports-oriented driving, traction control improves handling under acceleration on surfaces with inconsistent grip. It also prevents the rear from stepping out if a wheel loses traction under full power. The trigger threshold is relatively high, which means it is rarely employed in normal dry conditions.
Among the unique features of PSM in the new 911 GT2 are the relatively high intervention threshold on both control systems enabling a more natural drive and the two-stage disable function for maximum driver control.
Stage 1 disables the stability control (SC) via the SC OFF switch in the center console. In SC OFF mode, the control system does not intervene if the car goes off-course in the lateral direction, which means the throttle can be used to help steer the car. Traction control (TC) is still active in this mode.
Stage 2 disables the traction control as well via the separate SC+TC OFF switch, giving the driver full command of the vehicle. Another unique feature is the fact that stability control remains disabled in stages 1 and 2 even when the ABS is required under braking. Specially developed for the new 911 GT2, this revised system strategy means the car can also be enjoyed to maximum effect on the racetrack.
The anti-lock braking system (ABS 8.0) is integrated in PSM and remains active, irrespective of which settings have been selected. ABS ensures a relatively short braking distance and thus enhanced safety.
Hmm. Sounds heavy.
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06-05-2008 | 01:41 PM
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I don't think they should have touched or changed anything on the RS, EXCEPT the addition of direct injection!
PSM is not preferred, but as long as it can be turned off completely, it is a nice beginners' tool.
