Porsche 911 Cup (992.2) vs. 911 GT3 Cup (992.1) Configuration Comparison

News & Announcements August 12
FeaturePorsche 911 Cup (992.2) - 2026 ModelPorsche 911 GT3 Cup (992.1) - 2021 Model
Model Name911 Cup911 GT3 Cup
Release/Season UseStarting from 2026 seasonStarting from 2021 season
Based on Model992.2 Generation 911992 Series 911
ConceptSingle-seater customer race carSingle-seater customer race car
Weightapprox. 1,288 kgapprox. 1,260 kg
Length4,599 mm4,585 mm
Width1,920 mm (front axle) / 1,902 mm (rear axle)1,920 mm (front axle) / 1,902 mm (rear axle)
Wheelbase2,468 mm2,459 mm
EngineWater-cooled six-cylinder boxer rear engine; displacement 3,996 cm³; stroke 81.5 mm; bore 102 mm; approx. 382 kW (520 hp) at 8,400 rpm; max. torque 470 Nm at 6,150 rpm; max. rpm 8,750; four-valve technology; camshafts with extended valve opening times, flow-optimised single throttle system; intake manifold with two resonance flaps; Bosch MS 6.6 engine control unit with integrated Porsche Motorsport Traction Control (PMTC) and prepared Push-2-Pass functionality; dry-sump lubrication; single-mass flywheel; race exhaust system with DMSB certified catalytic converter; fuel quality: Superplus unleaded, to E20 (min. 98 octane), eFuels (in accordance with FIA Appendix J)Water-cooled six-cylinder boxer engine; displacement 3,996 cm³; stroke 81.5 mm; bore 102 mm; Max. power: 375 kW (510 PS) at 8,400 rpm; Max. torque: 470 Nm at 6,150 rpm; Max. rpm: 8,750 rpm; Single throttle butterfly system; Intake manifold with two resonance flaps; Dry-sump lubrication with oil-water heat exchanger; Race exhaust system with DMSB certified catalytic converter; Engine control unit Bosch MS 6.6; Single-mass flywheel; Fuel quality: Superplus unleaded, to E20 (min. 98 octane)
TransmissionPorsche six-speed sequential dog-type gearbox; paddle shift with electronic shift barrel actuator; mechanical limited slip differential; four-plate sintered metal racing clutchPorsche six-speed sequential dog-type gearbox; Gear ratios: Ring & pinion gear 15/23 i = 1.533, Final drive 16/39 i = 2.438, 1st gear 13/41 i = 3.154, 2nd gear 17/40 i = 2.353, 3rd gear 20/37 i = 1.850, 4th gear 24/36 i = 1.500, 5th gear 24/30 i = 1.250, 6th gear 28/30 i = 1.071; Internal pressure-oil lubrication with active oil cooling via oil-water heat exchanger; Mechanical limited slip differential; Three-plate sintered metal racing clutch; Paddle shift with electronic shift barrel actuator; Sealed
BodyLightweight body featuring intelligent aluminium-steel composite design; mounting points for lifting device; removable rescue hatch in roof; welded-in roll-cage, approved for co-driver use on circuits; front cover with integrated quick-release fasteners, cooler exit-air duct and central air intake for cockpit ventilation; widened front bumper with three-part spoiler lip; fenders with extensions and integrated louvre ventilation openings; aerodynamically optimised front underbody; rear underbody panelling with integrated NACA air intakes for brake and drive shaft cooling; rear bodywork with integrated rain light in accordance with FIA regulations; doors, boot lid and rear wing made from recycled carbon fibre fleece combined with bio-based epoxy resin; rear wing with ‘swan neck’ mounting, adjustable in 13 positions; polycarbonate windows with hard coating; air-jack system with three jacks; valve mounting points on either side of the car; 110-litre FT3 safety fuel cell in the frontLightweight body featuring intelligent aluminum-steel composite design; Integrated (welded) roll-cage in accordance with FIA regulations (permitted for co-driver usage on circuit events); Front cover with integrated quick-release fasteners; cooler exit-air duct and central air intake for cockpit ventilation; Removeable rescue hatch in accordance with the latest FIA safety regulations; Mounting points for lifting device; Fenders with extensions; Widened front bumper with spoiler lip using a fully enclosed system; Rear bodywork with integrated rain light in accordance with FIA regulations; Integrated air-jack system (three jacks) with valve mounting points on either side of the car; Lightweight exterior: Carbon-fibre reinforced plastic doors with quick release push button; Carbon-fibre reinforced plastic rear lid with integrated quick-release fasteners; removeable; Carbon-fibre reinforced plastic adjustable rear wing with ‘swan neck’ mounting (11 positions); Polycarbonate windows with hard coating; Rear underbody paneling with NACA ducts for brake, driveshaft and shift barrel actuator cooling; FT3 safety fuel cell (approx. 110 litres) and dry break couplings for fueling and draining; ‘Fuel-Cut-Off’ safety valve in accordance with FIA regulations
InteriorInterior trim made from recycled carbon fibre fleece combined with a bio-based epoxy resin; multifunctional CFRP motorsport steering wheel with quick-release coupling and rotary switches for ABS and traction control settings, shift paddles and illuminated push buttons; ergonomic digital touch panel with multi-colour backlight; seat in accordance with FIA Standard 8862/2009, infinite longitudinal adjustment, two positions for height and inclination; preparation for seat ventilation; six-point racing safety harness, for use with HANS®; adjustable steering column with steering angle sensor; safety nets (centre and driver’s side) in accordance with latest FIA safety regulations; optimised cockpit ventilation with driver-oriented fresh air supply; fire extinguisher system with electronic release unitRacing bucket seat in accordance with FIA standard 8862/2009: Infinite longitudinal adjustment, two positions for height and inclination; Padding system in four sizes to adapt seat to individual drivers (delivered with size M); Preparation for seat ventilation; Six-point racing safety harness; Adjustable steering column with steering angle sensor; Safety nets (centre and driver’s side) in accordance with latest FIA safety regulations; Optimised cockpit ventilation featuring airflow directed at driver; Fire extinguisher system (extinguishing agent: NOVEC gas); Modified 911 cockpit: Carbon-fibre reinforced plastic interior trim panels; Ergonomic digital touch panel with multi-colour backlight aligned towards driver; Multifunctional carbon-fibre reinforced plastic motorsport steering wheel with quick release coupling, shift paddles and illuminated push buttons
SuspensionForged aluminium control arms & top mounts, stiffness optimised; heavy-duty spherical bearings with dust protection; wheel hubs with centre-lock wheel nut; shock absorbers with motorsport-specific valve characteristic; double-blade-type adjustable anti-roll bars; tyre pressure and temperature monitoring system. Front axle: Double wishbone front suspension, adjustable ride-height, camber and toe; electro-mechanical power steering with manoeuvring function. Rear axle: Multi-link rear suspension, adjustable in ride-height, camber and toe; motor racing drive shafts optimised for reliability and durabilityForged control arms & top mounts: Stiffness optimised; Heavy-duty spherical bearings with dust protection; Wheel hubs with centre-lock wheel nut; Shock absorbers with motorsport-specific valve characteristic, non-adjustable; Double-blade-type adjustable anti-roll bars; Tyre pressure monitoring system. Front axle: Double wishbone front suspension, adjustable ride-height, camber and toe; Electric power steering with manual function to ease car maneuvering. Rear axle: Multi-link rear suspension, ride-height adjustment, camber and toe; Motorsport driveshafts optimised for reliability and durability
Brake SystemTwo independent brake circuits incorporating front and rear axle brake pressure sensors, driver adjustable brake force distribution via brake balance system; racing brake pads; optimised brake ducts; ergonomic brake pedal positioning; enlarged brake fluid reservoir with integrated bracket for brake fluid level sensor; pressure sensor as brake light switch; Generation 5 racing ABS from Bosch. Front axle: Six-piston aluminium monobloc racing brake callipers with ‘anti knock-back’ piston springs; ventilated steel brake discs with a diameter of 380 mm and increased cross-section to 35 mm; enlarged brake pad friction surface; aluminium brake disc chamber. Rear axle: Four-piston aluminium monobloc racing brake callipers with ‘anti knock-back’ piston springs; ventilated 380 mm x 32 mm steel brake discs mounted on aluminium disc bells; aluminium brake disc chamberTwo independent brake circuits incorporating front and rear axle brake pressure sensors, driver-adjustable brake force distribution via brake balance system; Racing brake pads; Optimised brake ducts; Ergonomic brake pedal positioning; Enlarged brake fluid reservoir; Bosch racing ABS, Generation 5. Front axle: Six-piston aluminium monobloc racing brake calipers with ‘anti knock-back’ piston springs; Ventilated 380mm x 32mm steel brake discs mounted on aluminum disc bells. Rear axle: Four-piston aluminium monobloc racing brake calipers with ‘anti knock-back’ piston springs; Ventilated 380mm x 32mm steel brake discs mounted on aluminium disc bells
Wheels/TiresFront axle: Single-piece centre-lock alloy rims (forged) conforming to Porsche specification and design, 12.0 J x 18; tyre dimension 30/65-18. Rear axle: Single-piece centre-lock alloy rims (forged) conforming to Porsche specification and design, 13.0 J x 18; tyre dimension 31/71-18Front axle: Single-piece centre-lock alloy wheels conforming to Porsche specification and design, 12J x 18; Treaded Michelin transportation tyres; tyre size: 30/65-18. Rear axle: Single-piece centre-lock alloy wheels conforming to Porsche specification and design, 13J x 18; Treaded Michelin transportation tyres; tyre size: 31/71-18
Electrical SystemPorsche Logger Unit; Porsche Power Box; 10.3 inch Porsche colour display; lightweight, high-precision GPS system for positioning on the track and lap time recording; leak-proof LiFePO4 battery 12V, 40 Ah in passenger footwell; 175 A alternator; digital display touch panel with multi-colour backlight and extended functionality: brake force distribution potentiometer reset, steering angle reset, pit lane speed setting, fuel and exhaust system mapping; single-arm windscreen wiper with direct drive (intermittent and continuous operation); three additional centre console switches for additional power consumers; data connection (data logger, video system); LED headlights with integrated daytime running lights and optional cornering lights; LED rear lights and rain lights; strobe function for brake lights when the engine is off10.3” Porsche colour display; Porsche logger; Porsche power box; Fire extinguisher system (extinguishing agent: NOVEC gas); Lightweight 12V, 60Ah battery (LiFePO4) leak-proof, installed in co-driver’s footwell; 175A alternator; Digital touch panel with multi-colour backlight; Single-arm windscreen wiper with direct drive (intermittent and continuous operation); Three additional centre console switches for additional power consumers; Data connection (data logger, video system); LED Lighting system: Main headlights, Daytime running lights, Taillights, Rainlight in compliance with FIA homologation regulation; Bosch racing ABS, Generation 5; Porsche Motorsport Traction Control PMTC
Production InformationProduction location: Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen main plant; produced side by side with 911 series modelsProduction location: Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen main plant; produced side by side with 911 series models; Production time: approx. 8 hours/unit; Production volume: 1,130 units (992.1 generation)

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