911 Speedster RWD
What the 911 Speedster adds over the 911 GT3 RS
| Spec | 911 GT3 RS | 911 Speedster |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake diameter | 380 mm | 410 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | Perforated and vented ceramic composite rotor with aluminium brake chamber, 6-piston aluminium monobloc fixed caliper (PCCB) |
| Rear brake diameter | 380 mm | 390 mm |
| Rear brake type | ventilated disc | Perforated and vented ceramic composite rotor with aluminium brake chamber, 4-piston aluminium monobloc fixed caliper (PCCB) |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3153 lbs | 3230 lbs |
| Horsepower | 520 hp | 502 hp |
| Overall height | 51.1 in | 49.3 in |
| Overall length | 179.4 in | 179.6 in |
| Overall width | 74.0 in | 77.9 in |
| Parking brake type | Electro-mechanical | Electric duo-servo parking brake |
| Steering type | Electromechanical power steering with electric power assistance | Electromechanical power steering with variable steering ratio and rear-axle steering |
| Front suspension type | McPherson strut axle with trailing links and wishbones, anti-roll bar | Lightweight spring strut axle (McPherson type), chassis mounts partially with ball joints |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link rear axle with 5 control arms, anti-roll bar | Lightweight multi-link suspension with wheels independently suspended on five links, chassis mounts partially with ball joints |
| Tire size | 265/35 ZR 20 front, 325/30 ZR 20 rear | 245/35 ZR 20 front, 305/30 ZR 20 rear |
| Final drive ratio | 4.2 | 3.8 |
| Transmission speeds | 7 | 6 |
| Transmission type | 7-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) dual-clutch | manual |
| Wheel width | 9.5 in | 9 in |
| Wheelbase | 96.6 in | 96.7 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 9 J x 20 RO 55 with 245/35 ZR 20 UHP tires (front) / 12 J x 20 RO 47 with 305/30 ZR 20 UHP tires (rear), Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB), Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV) including mechanical rear differential lock; locking action 30% traction, 37% overrun, Six-speed GT Sport manual transmission with Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV) including mechanical rear differential lock, Water cooling with mechanical thermostat
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 410 mm |
| Front brake type | Perforated and vented ceramic composite rotor with aluminium brake chamber, 6-piston aluminium monobloc fixed caliper (PCCB) |
| Rear brake diameter | 390 mm |
| Rear brake type | Perforated and vented ceramic composite rotor with aluminium brake chamber, 4-piston aluminium monobloc fixed caliper (PCCB) |
| Parking brake type | Electric duo-servo parking brake |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 4.4 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Overall height | 49.3 in |
| Overall length | 179.6 in |
| Overall width | 77.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 96.7 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 6 |
| Engine displacement | 3996 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | Naturally aspirated flat-six (boxer) engine |
| Valve configuration | 4 valves per cylinder |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 502 hp |
| Torque | 346 lb-ft |
Fuel System
| Fuel tank capacity | 16.9 gal |
Steering
| Steering type | Electromechanical power steering with variable steering ratio and rear-axle steering |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 18.2 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Lightweight spring strut axle (McPherson type), chassis mounts partially with ball joints |
| Rear suspension type | Lightweight multi-link suspension with wheels independently suspended on five links, chassis mounts partially with ball joints |
Tires
| Tire size | 245/35 ZR 20 front, 305/30 ZR 20 rear |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.8 |
| Transmission speeds | 6 |
| Transmission type | manual |
Weights
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3230 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 3953 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 20 in |
| Wheel width | 9 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety6 std · 0 opt
- ABS with extended brake functions
- Dual-circuit brake system, hydraulic with vacuum controlled tandem brake booster
- Electro-mechanical parking brake using the two-way button
- PSM (Porsche Stability Management) vehicle stability system, can be completely disengaged in two stages (ESC Off and ESC + TC off)
- Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB)
- Traction control (TC off stage)
Exterior1 std · 0 opt
- 9 J x 20 RO 55 with 245/35 ZR 20 UHP tires (front) / 12 J x 20 RO 47 with 305/30 ZR 20 UHP tires (rear)
Powertrain6 std · 1 opt
- Dry sump lubrication with external engine oil tank, DLC coated rocker arms
- Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV) including mechanical rear differential lock; locking action 30% traction, 37% overrun
- Rear-wheel drive
- Six-speed GT Sport manual transmission with Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV) including mechanical rear differential lock
- VarioCam camshaft control for intake and exhaust valves, DLC-coated rocker arms, fixed valve train, valve clearance compensation with shims
- Water cooling with mechanical thermostat
- Extended range fuel tank (23.7/23.8 gallons) optional
Chassis5 std · 0 opt
- Electromechanical power steering with electric power assistance
- McPherson spring strut front axle with independently suspended wheels on trailing links and wishbones, anti-roll bar
- Multi-link rear axle with wheels suspended individually on 5 control arms, anti-roll bar
- PASM adjustable damper system with normal and sport mode
- Rear axle steering with variable steering angle adjustment max +/- 1.5 degrees
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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2019 911. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the 911 Speedster
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2019 Porsche 911 911 Speedster add over the 911 GT3 RS?
Against the 911 GT3 RS, 5 features become standard that the 911 GT3 RS does not and 19 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.