While Porschephiles have been waiting with
bated breath for the arrival of the 992-generation 911 GT3, the German
automaker is rigorously testing the car at the Nurburgring. For some time there
had been speculation the latest-generation 911 GT3 would ditch its all-singing,
all-dancing naturally-aspirated flat-six in favour of an engine using forced
induction. Thankfully, that will not be the case as this video suggests that
the prototype is outfitted with a howling flat-six free of any forced
induction.
Specifics about this engine remain under
wraps and won’t be known until the car is launched. However, it is possible it
will be a revised version of the 4.0-liter mill powering the previous-gen 911
GT3 but fitted with a petrol particulate filter to lower emissions. It should
pump out at least 520 hp and it is even possible the flat-six could swell to
4.2-liters in displacement. Whatever the case may be, we know for sure that it
will sound good.
Customers will be able to opt between a
six-speed manual transmission and Porsche’s quick-shifting PDK transmission.
Visually, the 911 will sport a host of new aerodynamic parts aimed at
increasing downforce. Most notable on this prototype is a swan neck rear wing
to help stick the driven wheels to the pavement. The car also sports air
extractors on the hood and unlike the 991 911 GT3 RS, doesn’t not feature
Turbo-inspired air intakes on the rear wheel arches.
