Representatives of Porsche spoke about the new version of 911 GT3 CUP, which is a sports version of the future model 911 GT3. This modification will be the first racing car built on the basis of the “seventh” sports car to take part in competitions for the Porsche Mobil 1 Super Cup.
Porsche 911 GT3 CUP is equipped with a power unit of 3.8 liters with an output capacity of about 460 liters.m. This engine runs together with a 6-step speed box, a distinctive feature of which is the use of cam couplings, which allowed engineers to place the transmission controls on the steering wheel.
In addition, Porsche designers have developed completely new indiscriminate wheels with a dimension of 18 inches. At the same time, the width of the tires in front has increased from 20 to 270 mm, and from behind – from 10 to 310 mm. It should be said to the new brake system, which received slotted brake discs, as well as 4 piston working calipers from the rear and 6 piston calipers in front.
The pilot’s safety did not go unnoticed. So, in the case of a clash or overturning, the driver is protected by a security frame, as well as an emergency hatch, which is designed to facilitate the evacuation of the pilot and provide him with first aid.
The dynamic indicators of the new Porsche 911 GT3 CUP model are not known, but now there is information about the estimated price of the car – it will lie within 181 thousand. Euro.