GT3 RS does low 7:30 in traffic at the Ring
Oct 27, 2009 | 05:09 PM
#11
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Where does the Nissan GT-R time of 7:29 come from?
Sport Auto tested it and managed to get it around in 7:38. In comparison the 997.2 GT3 got a time of 7:40.
When Sport Auto compared the Enzo, Zonda F, Maserati MC12 and Carrera GT they all had times around 7:25, give or take 1 second.
Considering this I think 7:33 is an outstanding time for the new RS.
Sport Auto tested it and managed to get it around in 7:38. In comparison the 997.2 GT3 got a time of 7:40.
When Sport Auto compared the Enzo, Zonda F, Maserati MC12 and Carrera GT they all had times around 7:25, give or take 1 second.
Considering this I think 7:33 is an outstanding time for the new RS.
Porsche released a 7:40 for the GT3 and SportAuto could drive the same time. So I think a 7:33 with an RS is realistic.
It's the same discussion about the feasibility of the 7:29 (GT-R) every time.
Oct 27, 2009 | 05:43 PM
#12
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So the real question is, is the RS really faster than the 997 GT2 and Carrera GT?
I don't know how much suspension tweaks it has over the GT2, which itself was optimized over the previous GT3... I guess we shall see. Unless the aero package has a huge effect on downforce over the GT2, or the new spec Michelin Cups are better, or ???
The one good thing about the GT2 is that I can just add a few bolt on parts and
RS.
I don't know how much suspension tweaks it has over the GT2, which itself was optimized over the previous GT3... I guess we shall see. Unless the aero package has a huge effect on downforce over the GT2, or the new spec Michelin Cups are better, or ???
The one good thing about the GT2 is that I can just add a few bolt on parts and
RS. 
Oct 28, 2009 | 03:01 AM
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Wow thats fast.
Heres the track times for the Nordschleife track. They haven't added the new track time of the GT3 yet though, but its a useful site.
Nordschleife lap records - FastestLaps.com
Heres the track times for the Nordschleife track. They haven't added the new track time of the GT3 yet though, but its a useful site.
Nordschleife lap records - FastestLaps.com
Oct 28, 2009 | 06:24 AM
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And here are the Nürburgring times from Sport Auto:
Rundenzeiten aus Supertests in Hockenheim und auf der Nordschleife | Sportauto
Rundenzeiten aus Supertests in Hockenheim und auf der Nordschleife | Sportauto
Oct 28, 2009 | 10:59 AM
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So the real question is, is the RS really faster than the 997 GT2 and Carrera GT?
I don't know how much suspension tweaks it has over the GT2, which itself was optimized over the previous GT3... I guess we shall see. Unless the aero package has a huge effect on downforce over the GT2, or the new spec Michelin Cups are better, or ???
The one good thing about the GT2 is that I can just add a few bolt on parts and RS.
I don't know how much suspension tweaks it has over the GT2, which itself was optimized over the previous GT3... I guess we shall see. Unless the aero package has a huge effect on downforce over the GT2, or the new spec Michelin Cups are better, or ???
The one good thing about the GT2 is that I can just add a few bolt on parts and
RS.
Oct 28, 2009 | 12:04 PM
#19
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Autoblog just reported 7:33 in light traffic. Porsche 911 GT3 RS reportedly laps the 'Ring in 7:33 — Autoblog
Oct 28, 2009 | 12:15 PM
#20
Seriously. Change it.
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Posts: 5,505
From: Sonoma, CA
There's one question I'd like answered though - what's the longevity of these road cars at such insane speeds. I mean, how many laps can a 1740kg GTR do sub-7m30s before the brakes melt and the tyres go pop? Likewise the 'Vette. I reckon we should push for a 4-lap challenge from now on. Were it possible, I reckon the Porsche might just get the job done.
Credit to Evo Magazine, Porsche GT3 RS laps the Ring | Car News | Supercars | evo[/I]
Credit to Evo Magazine, Porsche GT3 RS laps the Ring | Car News | Supercars | evo[/I]
