Launched in 2015, the generation was a significant update over the and a big departure from the previous car design-wise, having borrowed base bodywork from the model. On the other hand, the 4.0-liter inline-six was pretty much identical to the generation GT3 RS 4.0 model, as was the 500-horsepower output, a bit of letdown for those expecting a more powerful car. This minor inconvenience will be fixed with the upgraded GT3 RS, which should gain a more potent engine now that the standard GT3 has been updated to the same 4.0-liter engine.
Unleashed on public roads in early 2017, the upcoming 911 GT3 RS looks ready to hit dealerships by the end of the year. Although the rear section is still based on the pre-facelift the front fascia has already been updated to the fresh design and is probably already testing the new underpinnings. Notable changes should include revised aerodynamics, new tech inside the cabin, and a more powerful flat-six unit. However, while the GT3 RS has been the most powerful iteration of the 991-generation 911 and will continue to sit at the top of the range with the revised engine, it will no longer be the most potent model at the end of the 911's current life cycle. New confirmed that Porsche is launching a which will have a significantly more powerful turbocharged engine.
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