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Limited 2011 Porsche GT3 RS 4.0 is coming!

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Limited 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 Rear angle viewSome time  ago we were talking about Porsche is preparing to launch a limited edition of the new generation 911 GT3 RS. This time, the Germans released few official photos with their newest sporty model 2011 Porsche GT3 RS 4.0 designed for a limited production.

Just 500 units will be produced at an estimative price of €180,000 each. It’s true that the price tag it’s a little bit spicy but let’s not rush and have a closer look. Thanks to the official photos, we can make an idea on the exterior and interior appearance of the new 911 GT3 RS 4.0

2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 Techical data
Engine Fuel Consumption/Emissions
Cylinders 6 Urban in l/100 km 20.4 (13.8)
Displacement 3,996 cm³ Extra urban in l/100 km 9.9 (28.5)
Max. power (DIN) at rpm 368 kW (500 hp) 8,250 Total in l/100 km 13.8 (20.5)
Max. torque at rpm 460 Nm 5,750 CO2 emissions in g/km 326
Compression ratio 12.6 : 1 Chassis
Transmission Front axle McPherson strut suspension
Layout Rear-wheel drive Rear axle LSA multi-link suspension
Manual gearbox 6-speed Steering Power-assisted (hydraulic) with variable steering ratio
Weight Turning circle 10.9 m
Unladen weight (DIN) 1,360 kg Brakes Six-piston aluminium monobloc fixed calipers at front and four-piston aluminium monobloc fixed calipers at rear, discs internally vented and cross-drilled
Unladen weight (EC) 1) 1,435 kg Vehicle stability system Porsche Stability Management (PSM)
Permissible gross weight 1,680 kg Anti-lock braking system ABS 8.0 (integrated in PSM)
Dymensions/Aerodinamics Wheels FA: 9 J x 19 RO 47 RA: 12 J x 19 RO 48
Unladen weight (DIN) 1,360 kg Tyre FA: 245/35 ZR 19 (sports tyres) RA: 325/30 ZR 19 (sports tyres)
Unladen weight (EC) 1) 1,435 kg Performance
Permissible gross weight 1,680 kg Top speed 310 km/h (193 mph)
Unladen weight (DIN) 1,360 kg 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) 3.9 s
Unladen weight (EC) 1) 1,435 kg 0-160 km/h (0-99 mph) 7.9 s
Permissible gross weight 1,680 kg 0-200 km/h (0-124 mph) 11.9 s
Unladen weight (DIN) 1,360 kg Flexibility 80-120 km/h (50-75 mph), in 5th gear 4.8 s
2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 photo gallery

2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Chassis Dyno Test

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Chassis Dyno Test - 2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Side viewInside Line puts limited-production 2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS on the chassis dyno to see just how much power it’s putting to the road.

That’s 580 horsepower and 518 lb-ft as measured at the wheels on California’s “premium” 91 octane. Yeah, all the ponies are in the stable. And how. Torque hovers right around 500 lb-ft from 3500 to nearly 6000 rpm and barely tapers off as it runs into the fuel cut, resulting in a crushingly wide and flexible powerband.

 

Chassis Dyno test – Porsche 911 Video

Photo gallery from Inside’s line 2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS chassis dyno test

Schmidt Revolution focuses on Porsche Panamera Tuning :Pictures

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Porsche Panamera Tuning - Schmidt RevolutionThe Porsche Panamera continues to draw attention from Europe’s aftermarket tuners, only this time, Schmidt Revolution’s proposal for the sports saloon is far more subtle than what we’re used to.

The German tuner starts their Panamera Tuning project with a standard Panamera 4S, which leaves Porsche’s factory with a 4.8-liter V8 engine churning out 400-horses and 500Nm of peak torque. The performance modifications, courtesy of Rennsport, include a software optimization (€990 or about US$1,443) that increase output to 425HP and 535Nm, along with a suspension module (€390 or around US$568) that lower’s the ride height by 40mm and sport exhaust system (€590 or about US$860).

Key to the package is a new set of 22-inch alloy wheels from Schmidt Revolution wrapped in tires size 265/30 R22 at the front and 305/25 R22 at the back (€4,900 or about US$7,141).

Schmidt Revolution said that it is also working on an interior package with bespoke leathers and trim, details of which will be released at a later date.

Schmidt’s Revolution Porsche Panamera Tuning project picture gallery

[from: carscoop.blogspot.com]

Porsche Spy shots: 2012 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S

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2012 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S Spy shots at Nurburgring circuit Front angle viewThe new, second-generation Porsche Cayenne SUV has been on sale for just under a year now but like any model from the legendary sports car brand, special editions and uprated models are always in the pipeline. One of these will be the sportier ‘S’ variant of the Cayenne Turbo, which has been spotted testing in prototype form for the first time, where else but at Germany’s Nurburgring circuit.

The current 2011 Porsche Cayenne Turbo makes do with a twin-turbocharged 4.8-liter V-8 delivering an even 500 horsepower. The Cayenne Turbo S, which should arrive towards the end of the year as a 2012 model, is likely to be packing a 550 horsepower version of this engine. This, incidentally, represents the same leap in performance seen in the 2012 Porsche Panamera Turbo S over the regular Panamera Turbo.

2012 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S Spy shots at Nurburgring circuit Rear angle viewThe increased engine performance can be attributed to two main enhancements–improved turbochargers with titanium-aluminum turbine wheels and a modified ECU.

Other modifications should include a slightly revised bodykit, new wheels, possibly increasing vehicle track width, as well as more trim options for the cabin. The prototype seen here appears to feature a lower front bumper, additional aero parts at the bottom of the doors, and a heavily camouflaged rear diffuser.

Porsche spy shots: 2012 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S Photogallery