What year is the best Porsche GT3?
Michael Henderson
Published Mar 21, 2026
What year is the best Porsche GT3?
The first “best” Porsche from this period in the pantheon of Porsche power was the 2003 996.2 GT3 RS. This car was essentially an homage to the 1973 Carrera RS 2.7, which was itself a very lightweight, racing-focused car.
Is the Porsche GT3 reliable?
Surprisingly, given its reputation, Porsche finished a disappointing 22nd out of 31 in the 2020 What Car? Reliability Survey. That was a joint finish with Audi, by the way. It’s not all bad news, though, because 911s come with a comprehensive three-year, unlimited-mileage warranty, including breakdown assistance.
What engine is in a 997 GT3?
The Porsche 911 (997) GT3 has a Boxer 6, Petrol engine with 3600 cm3 / 219.7 cu-in capacity.
Does Porsche GT3 have Turbo?
The GT3 is also the only 911 that’s not turbocharged, and the responsive nature and immersive sounds of its 502-hp 4.0-liter flat-six qualify as inspirational. The specialness of the rear-mounted mill is further realized by the telepathic seven-speed PDK automatic transmission or the rewarding six-speed manual.
Will Porsche 997 become a classic?
Ultimately the Porsche 997 as a whole will not be classics. To be blunt, there were too many cars made for that to ever happen. But what Porsche did do, was create some special and amazing models in the 997 lineup that due to technology, timing and forces we didn’t foresee – will make them special and classics.
How many Porsche GT3 were made?
Only 600 cars were built. At 493 hp (368 kW), the engine is one of the most powerful six-cylinder naturally aspirated engines in any production car with a 123.25 hp (92 kW) per litre output.
How long does a GT3 engine last?
The AMG GT3’s V8 can run 12,739 miles (20,500km) before it needs major refurbishment. Porsche expresses its 4.0L flat-six engine life in hours. It’ll race for 60 hours, which roughly translates to 7,456 miles (12,000km).
How much does it cost to maintain a Porsche GT3?
2019 911 Coupe GT3 RS 2dr Coupe (4.0L 6cyl 7AM)
| Year 1 | Year 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance | $1,523 | $2,093 |
| Repairs | $0 | $2,064 |
| Taxes & Fees | $8,641 | $502 |
| Financing | $3,377 | $426 |
What years are Porsche 997?
Porsche 997 is the internal designation for the Porsche 911 sports car manufactured and sold by German manufacturer Porsche between 2004 (as Model Year 2005) and 2013.
Is Turbo S better than GT3?
The 911 Turbo S is currently the second-quickest car we’ve ever tested, accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in 2.3 seconds. The 911 GT3 skews old school in its drivetrain setup. It’s powered by a high-revving 4.0-liter naturally aspirated flat-six that produces 502 hp and 346 lb-ft of torque.
What’s faster GT3 or 911 Turbo?
The cornering capabilities of the GT3 RS were noticeably superior to the Turbo S. Porsche has created two impeccable machines and both are a pleasure to drive. If someone were to ask me which car is faster “in a straight line?” Bye bye GT3 RS, The Turbo S is hands down faster.
