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Porsche 911 GT3 Cup 992

GT3 (2010)Porsche
510 hp
Horsepower
1260 kg
Weight
RWD
Drivetrain
2021
Year

Porsche 911 GT3 Cup 992 (One-Make Cup Car)

The Porsche 911 GT3 Cup 992 is Porsche’s latest-generation, track-only one-make race car built for the Porsche Carrera Cup and Porsche Supercup ladder. Based on the 992-generation 911, it trades road-car refinement for a pure, rear-wheel-drive racing setup with a naturally aspirated flat-six and a chassis tuned for close competition.

Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)

  • Powertrain: 4.0L naturally aspirated flat-6, rear-mounted, longitudinal

  • Total Output: ~510 hp (375 kW)

  • Redline: ~8,750 rpm

  • Transmission: 6-speed sequential paddleshift

  • Weight: ~1,260 kg

  • Dimensions: ~4,585 mm long × 1,902 mm wide × 1,277 mm tall | Wheelbase 2,450 mm

  • Tires: Michelin racing slicks on center-lock wheels

  • Brakes: Steel racing discs with 6-piston front calipers

  • Layout: Rear-engine, rear-wheel drive

In the Simulator Feel

The 911 GT3 Cup 992 is a high-grip, high-commitment race car that rewards precision, patience, and clean inputs. Its rear-engine layout gives it exceptional traction on corner exit, but it also means the rear can rotate quickly if you overcook entry speed or lift abruptly. Compared to older Cup cars, the 992 is more stable and more forgiving, yet it still retains that unmistakable Porsche character where balance changes dramatically with brake pressure and throttle timing.

Engine & Sound: The naturally aspirated flat-six is one of the highlights of the car, with a hard-edged, metallic bark that builds into a furious high-rpm scream near the limiter. Throttle response is immediate, and the engine’s linear delivery makes it easy to meter power through long corners and fast direction changes. There’s no turbo lag, just a clean surge that feels alive all the way to redline.

Handling Characteristics:

  • Cornering: Excellent front bite for a rear-engined car, but it still prefers smooth steering and disciplined entry speeds.

  • Traction: Outstanding off the corner, especially when you unwind the wheel early and feed in power progressively.

  • Braking: Strong and confidence-inspiring, though the rear can get light under heavy trail braking if you’re too aggressive.

  • Top Speed: Respectable rather than extreme, but very competitive in a spec race environment thanks to strong acceleration and draft sensitivity.

Driving Style Tip: Drive it like a momentum car with a race-ready punch. Keep your inputs smooth, use the car’s traction on exit, and avoid abrupt lifts that can upset the rear. It shines on technical circuits and in close pack racing where consistency matters more than absolute aggression.

Livery & Aesthetics: The 992 Cup looks every bit like a modern Porsche racer — wide stance, aggressive aero, subtle but purposeful bodywork, and the iconic 911 silhouette. The rear wing, front splitter, and racing interior make it instantly recognizable, while Cup and Supercup liveries tend to highlight the car’s clean, professional motorsport look.

Whether you’re chasing lap times or battling door-to-door in a spec series, the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup 992 delivers a pure, authentic, and deeply satisfying racing experience.