When the 991 GT2 RS hit the market, it cast a massive shadow over the 997 GT2 and GT2 RS. Many no longer appreciate this masterpiece, yet it is an extreme super-Porsche that truly deserves full recognition.
Introduced in 2007 at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt, the 997 GT2 was produced in limited numbers until 2009. Only 500 units rolled off the assembly line. It is based on the platform of the Porsche 997 Turbo but stands apart thanks to numerous optimizations that make it lighter, faster, and more purist.
At the heart of the 997 GT2 lies a 3.6-liter six-cylinder boxer engine with twin-turbocharging. This powerhouse delivers an impressive 530 PS (390 kW) and generates 680 Nm of torque. This performance allows the GT2 to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.7 seconds. With a top speed of 329 km/h, it was the fastest street-legal Porsche of its time. Unlike the 997 Turbo, the GT2 features rear-wheel drive only, making the driving experience even more intense.
Another key to its outstanding performance is its low weight of just 1,440 kilograms. Porsche achieved this by omitting the Turbo’s all-wheel-drive system and using lightweight materials such as carbon fiber. The driving experience is further enhanced by a finely tuned suspension with Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM), developed specifically for the GT2. Ceramic brakes (PCCB) provide exceptional stopping power while also reducing weight.
In 2010, Porsche introduced the even more extreme 997 GT2 RS. This version offered 620 PS and weighed just 1,370 kilograms, making it lighter than the standard version. With an acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds and a top speed of 330 km/h, the GT2 RS set new benchmarks. Only 500 units were built, making it one of the most exclusive and rare Porsche models ever.
This GT2 spotted in Doha is particularly stunning, as it is not only painted white but also features white-painted wheels. This detail adds an extra touch of exclusivity. A true top find!
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