Porsche 911 GT2

The 911 GT2 has a power output of 483 bhp, an increase of 21 bhp on the previous model, making it more athletic and faster. The increase in performance has been achieved by detailed improvements to the electronic engine management maps, yielding an increase of 15 lb-ft in maximum torque to 472 lb-ft between 3,500 rpm and 4,500 rpm. With a power-to-weight ratio of 4.06 kilograms per kilowatt, it now takes the rear-wheel drive GT2 only 4 seconds to accelerate from a standstill to 62 mph and only 12.5 seconds from 0 to 125 mph. Its maximum speed is 198 mph, making the GT2 for the 2004 model year almost 3 mph faster than its predecessor.

Extreme sports-car performance was a clear priority when this powerful turbocharged model was developed. This is why, in addition to the power output increase, the front and rear suspension has been optimized as well, with modified springs/shock absorbers and brake system. The car now has more sensitive four-channel ABS for effective anti-lock braking.

The boldly styled, aerodynamically advanced rear wing is available in unpainted carbon fiber upon request. It weighs 6.2 lbs less and is standard on the Clubsport version. The door mirror housings and air output slats in the front apron panel feature a carbon look as part of this equipment package.

The 2004 GT2 generation sets itself apart with the new GT3 -style wheels, which are 8.5 inches wide at the front and 12 inches at the rear. They are shod with size 235/40 R 18 tires at the front and 315/30 R 18 at the rear.

The new GT2 also comes with the “Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake” (PCCB) system as standard. The ceramic brake disks weigh 50 percent less than similarly sized metal disks, thus reducing the car’s unsprung weight by some 40 lbs. “PCCB” disks are available as an optional extra for the 911 Turbo, GT3 (with naturally aspirated engine) and Carrera 4S.