Porsche updates two 911 race cars

Porsche updates the 911 Cup and 911 GT3 R with aero and chassis upgrades to boost performance and reliability

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Porsche has updated the 911 Cup and the 911 GT3 R. The Cup is based on the 992.2 and gains a three piece front lip, new fender vents, a redesigned rear wing and a new engine cover. It moves away from daytime running lights to cut damage costs and to protect parts after contact. The naturally aspirated 4.0 liter flat six now features flow optimized throttle valves and camshafts with longer valve opening times. Porsche says this allows for an air restrictor when needed for other championships. Power rises from 503 hp to 512 hp and the car uses a six speed sequential transmission with a four disc sintered clutch. A new automatic engine restart activates when the clutch is pressed after a stall. A stroboscope function uses the brake lights to warn other drivers of a stall. Brakes have been upgraded with thicker discs and larger cooling channels, and the steering is tuned for a tighter turning radius. Inside the cabin there is a new multi function steering wheel with color illuminated buttons, streamlined switchgear and extra foam padding. An in car market specific air conditioning system now has three modes On Off Eco. A new menu display helps crew adjust settings without a laptop. Tire pressure monitoring now shows tire temps on the central display. The package also includes a more powerful GPS antenna and a pre kill function that shuts the engine when the car stops in pit stops.

The updates show Porsche prioritizing balance over raw speed. Enhanced aero and smarter electronics aim to keep the cars stable at high speeds and make pit stops quicker. The emphasis on reliability hints at a strategy for endurance events and a crowded calendar. The real test will be how these changes translate in real races, where rules shape performance and officials decide final horsepower. If Porsche can deliver consistent pace while staying within the rules, the 911 lineup could set the tone for GT racing.

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The 911 lineup keeps mapping Porsche industry leading engineering into the heat of competition