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Porsche 992 GT3 Cup Cars
The latest generation in Porsche’s storied racing lineage, the 992 GT3 Cup Car continues a legacy of unparalleled success.
The 992 GT3 Cup produces more downforce for higher cornering speeds than previous generations. The 4.0-litre, 6-cylinder horizontally opposed engine provides 375kW (510PS) of power. The proven Porsche six-speed sequential dog-type gearbox with electronic shift barrel actuator, double wishbone front suspension, and optional available ABS and traction control combine to make the 992 GT3 Cup the most versatile race car of the Porsche Motorsport lineup. Learn more about 992 Cup Car specs and view our Porsche Race Cars for sale!
Engine
- Water-cooled six-cylinder boxer engine
- Displacement 3,996cm³; stroke 81.5mm; bore 102mm
- Max. power: 375kW (510PS) at 8,400rpm
- Max. torque: 470Nm at 6,150rpm
- Max. rpm: 8,750rpm
- Single throttle butterfly system
- Intake manifold with two resonance flaps
- Dry-sump lubrication with oil-water heat exchanger
- Race exhaust system with DMSB certified catalytic converter
- Engine control unit Bosch MS 6.6
- Single-mass flywheel
- Fuel quality: Superplus unleaded, to E20 (min. 98 octane)
Transmission
- Porsche six-speed sequential dog-type gearbox
- Gear ratios:
- Ring & pinion gear 15/23 i = 1.533
- Final drive 16/39 i = 2.438
- 1st gear 13/41 i = 3.154
- 2nd gear 17/40 i = 2.353
- 3rd gear 20/37 i = 1.850
- 4th gear 24/36 i = 1.500
- 5th gear 24/30 i = 1.250
- 6th gear 28/30 i = 1.071
- Internal pressure-oil lubrication with active oil cooling via oil-water heat exchanger
- Mechanical limited slip differential
- Three-plate sintered metal racing clutch
- Paddle shift with electronic shift barrel actuator
Weight / Dimensions
- Total weight: approx. 1,260kg (2,778lbs)
- Total length: 4,585mm (180.51 inch)
- Total width (front axle): 1,920mm (75.59 inch)
- Total width (rear axle): 1,902mm (74.88 inch)
- Wheelbase: 2,459mm (96.81 inch)
Cockpit
- Carbon-fibre reinforced plastic interior trim panels
- Ergonomic digital touch panel with multi-colour backlight aligned towards driver
- Multifunctional carbon-fiber reinforced plastic motorsport steering wheel with quick release coupling, shift paddles and illuminated push buttons
- Adjustable steering column with steering angle sensor
- Safety nets (center and driver’s side) in accordance with latest FIA safety regulations
- Optimized cockpit ventilation featuring airflow directed at driver
