2022 Porsche 911 GT3 RS Will Combine A Naturally Aspirated Flat-Six With A Huge Wing
Porsche is putting the finishing touches on the 911 GT3 RS and it could have up to 572 hp
Porsche introduced the redesigned 911 GT3 earlier this year and now attention is turning to the even more extreme 911 GT3 RS.
Recently snapped undergoing testing, the high-performance model follows in the footsteps of the 911 GT3 as it adopts the same front bumper. However, there's a different hood that likely features NACA ducts like its predecessor.
Moving further back, we can see front fender vents and a massive rear wing. The GT3 RS also adopts a unique engine cover that appears to have a third brake light in the center.
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Porsche has been tight-lipped about the model, but it's expected to use an upgraded version of the naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-six that powers the GT3. There it produces 503 hp (375 kW / 510 PS) and 347 lb-ft (470 Nm) of torque. This enables the model to accelerate from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 3.4 seconds and hit a top speed of 198 mph (318 km/h), when equipped with the PDK gearbox.
The GT3 RS will undoubtedly be more powerful, but exact numbers remain a mystery. However, speculation has suggested the car could have between 532-572 hp (397-427 kW / 540-580 PS). That would be bump over its predecessor, which packed 513 hp (383 kW / 520 PS) and could run from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 3.2 seconds.
The 911 GT3 RS is expected to be introduced later this year, but rumors have suggested the model could be delayed over a possible engine certification issue.