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When it comes to the Porsche 911, the GT2 has always sat at the top of the food chain

The latest and final episode of Porsche Heritage Moments, a series celebrating 50 years of the Turbo throws light on the 997 GT2

Featuring big names in the Porsche world, Timo Bernhard, Thomas Krickelberg, and Frank Jung share their insights into the engineering, history, and legacy of the Turbo’s wild cousin

Porsche’s clever application of Variable Turbine Geometry (VTG) to gasoline engines was a game-changer, debuting in the 997 Turbo seen here

Unlike traditional turbos, which suffered from lag, VTG allowed the 997 Turbo to achieve peak torque at just 1,950 RPM

Where race-car tech generally trickles down into road cars, it was the other way round in case of the Porsche Le Mans 919 that adopted VTG

530 horsepower delivered with a savage linearity. No turbo lag, just relentless acceleration

An aggressive rear wing and a redesigned front splitter ensured downforce to put all that power down, about 660 pounds

Unlike the Turbo’s all-wheel-drive system and driver aids, the GT2 relied solely on rear-wheel drive, making it unforgiving in the wrong hands

At just 3,174 lbs, the GT2 also shed weight through measures like lightweight glass, aluminium and carbon-fiber panels

This made the 997 GT2 about 400 lbs lighter than a Turbo S from the time

Ceramic brakes, tech developed from Porsche’s motorsport programs, were standard on the 997 GT2

The GT2 nameplate hasn't made a comeback for the 992 generation, but rumor has it that a hybridized variant may be on the horizon, debuting somewhere in 2026

Beyond the 997 GT2, the trio also touched upon the 911 Turbo 50 Years, a limited edition tribute to the 930 Turbo from 1974. To watch the entire episode, swipe up

The 1975 Porsche 930 Turbo is the original Widowmaker

The 930's turbocharged flat-six developed up to 326 hp and 317 lb-ft, but it suffered from turbo lag

The turbo-engine overpowered the chassis, surprising many uninitiated drivers

But beyond the 930 Turbo, here's why the following 6 Porsche models can also be labeled as widowmakers

1. In 1965, Porsche entered the 904/8 Bergspyder in Targa Florio and secured second place

However, the ultra-light, flat-eight race car featured a very firm suspension, making it jump. They called it the Kangaroo

2. Early 911s were considered balanced cars, but they still had a dark side

Lack of chassis rigidity on the road cars and a rear-mounted engine was a recipe for the so-called pendulum effect

3. The 993 GT2 is the first and only air-cooled 911 GT2

Like all future models, the 993 GT2 was based on the Turbo, but was far less cooperative to the driver

4. The 996 GT2 was a homologation special like its predecessor

The first water-cooled 911 GT2 produced up to 483 hp and featured no traction control

5. The Porsche 997.2 GT2 RS is a modern-day widowmaker

The Turbo-based 997 GT2 RS features 612 hp, rear-wheel drive, and a six-speed manual

6. The Porsche Carrera GT is considered one of the very last analog supercars

Its motorsport-derived V-10 produced 603 hp and boasts one of the greatest engine notes

It features a six-speed manual with an intricate clutch system that was sensitive to bad drivers

Tire technology at the time couldn't keep up with the Porsche Carrera GT performance

To make matters more interesting, the Carrera GT featured not traction control system

20 years later, Porsche worked with Michelin to create new tires for the Carrera GT

The new rubber made the Carrera GT 16 seconds quicker around the Nurburgring

Swipe up to learn more about why these Porsche sports cars are dangerous and earned the reputation for being widowmakers.

Porsche 911s come in all shapes and sizes

The 911 GT2 RS is the most radical road-going variant of the 997

Limited to just 500 units, the 997 GT2 RS is a Turbo S with more power, no AWD, and a manual

The 993 is the last air-cooled 911 Turbo, but the first to get AWD

In 1997, Porsche introduced the X50 package, which turned the 993 Turbo into the Turbo S

Porsche 911 GT1 is the only mid-engine 911 ever made

It was built for Le Mans GT1 and FIA GT2 racing in the 1990s, where it showed consistent results due to its reliability

Between 21 and 25 road-going examples were built

The 911 Carrera 2.7 RS solidified the 911 as a capable race car

It was the birth of the Carrera name, the ducktail rear spoiler, and the wide body on 911 models

Thanks to Mezger power, the Carrera 2.7 RS was he fastest car of its day

The 2016 Porsche 991 R is a 911 that doesn't adhere to modern regulations

A modern homage to a legend; The original 911 R was the basis for many 911 race cars and at 1,929 pounds, it was the lightest 911 ever made

The 991 R tips the scales at 3,020 pounds, making it the most lightweight modern-day 911

Single-mass flywheel, close-ratio manual, rear-wheel drive, and 200+ mph capable

Swipe up for more on why these 5 911s should be in any Porsche enthusiast's garage

The 911 GT2 and 911 GT3 may look very similar

Both race-bred models have some key differences, that set them apart

Apart from the fact that both the 911 GT2 and the 911 GT3 belong to different class of endurance racing, both having distinctive driving dynamics

The 911 GT2, since its inception, carries a tuned version of the 911 Turbo's twin-turbo flat-six engine

In contrast, the GT3 is being powered by a naturally aspirated flat-six that's straight from Porsche's racing program

Among the two, the GT2's powertrain is the most capable, thanks to forced induction. Also, the torque this engine produces is much more than that of the GT3

The last 911 GT2, the 991 generation GT2 RS, was rated at 691 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque.

Side-by-side, the latest 992.2 911 GT3 cranks 510 hp 331 lb-ft

As for aerodynamics, GT3 models generally produce more downforce than GT2s

Despite the powertrain differences, both the GT2 and the GT3 drive the rear wheels only

Porsche unveiled the first 911 GT2 with the 993-gen 911, even before the GT3 came into being

Early GT models were strictly manuals, but Porsche's PDK was offered in more recent generations like the 991

The first GT3 arrived a generation later in the 996 guise, with the "fried egg" headlights in 2004

It also evolved to include RS models across the water-cooled generations of the 911

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German Tuner MANHART's kit takes one of the most collectible 911s and turns it to the max

The 991 GT2 RS was produced in 1,000 copies, making it desirable by Porsche collectors

Its MDH.NA engine is based on the Turbo S mill and makes 690 hp and 553 lb-ft from factory

At 3,241 pounds, the GT2 RS is one of hte lightest 911s. The Weisach package sheds another 66 pounds

MANHART applies tasteful mods to both the bodywork and the powertrain

The result is a mind-boggling 945 hp and 774 pound-feet of torque compared to the 690 horsepower and 553 pound-feet of torque from the standard car

The GT2 RS' 7-speed PDK has also been beefed up to handle more power

MANHART's visual treatment includes new, carbon-fiber aero kit

The new front apron is even more aggressive, thanks to new air intake vents and a new spoiler with side-extensions

Certain bits, like the front hood, were deemed aggressive enough and left unchanged

The stock rear wing gets TR 900 decals on the side

The carbon-fiber and Alcantara-dominated interior has also been left unchanged

Swipe up to learn more about MANHART's treatment for the most radical Porsche 991

Porsche Club Of America recently showcased a private collection of Porsche RS models spanning several generations

Most of the 33 Porsches in the collection bear the legendary RS badge

Porsche enthusiast and collector Prescott Kelly provides in-depth commentary and historical context for each car

The collection represents a timeline of Porsche's pursuit of performance, starting with the iconic 1973 Carrera RS 2.7

It culminates with a modern 992.1 GT3 RS and GT2 RS Clubsport 25

Other standout models include the 1964 Carrera RS, 1973 RS Touring, and 1992 Carrera RS variants

The collection also features several modern RS models, including the 997 GT2 RS, 997 GT3 RS 4.0

The 1996 993 GT2 is a particular highlight, showcasing the wide-body design and performance capabilities of the air-cooled era

This stunning Rothmans-livery 911 Dakar was an odd-ball in this collection dominated by RS-badged 911s

The PCA's virtual tour offers a unique opportunity to explore this extraordinary collection

The in-depth video is a must-watch for enthusiasts and those interested in the evolution of track-focused lightweight 911s

Swipe up to watch the in-depth 45-minute long video.

The Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport is a track-only, limited-edition (200 units) variant of the 991.2 GT2 RS

It has a white and red Salzburg livery of the 917 race car fo the 1970s

The specific car with 138 miles on the clock is for sale. It was commissioned in Hong Kong and is chassis number 39 of the 200

Available at Porsche Colorado, the car comes with spare parts, original paperwork, and a Porsche Classic Technical Certificate

The car boasts a 3.8-liter, twin-turbocharged flat-six engine producing 700 horsepower and 535 lb-ft of torque

The engine features optimized intercooler and water spray system for maximum performance

Power is transmitted to the rear wheels through a seven-speed PDK transmission

Aggressive aerodynamics, including a massive rear wing, generate significant downforce

Extensive use of carbon fiber components contributes to a weight of just 3,064 pounds, about 300 pounds lighter than the street-legal GT2 RS

The chassis features three-way adjustable shocks for fine-tuned handling

The GT2 RS set a Nürburgring-Nordschleife record of 6 minutes 40.3 seconds in the Mnthey Racing configuration in 2018

Safety is paramount and equipment includes a full safety cage, fire suppression system, and racing seats with harnesses

Swipe up to find out the asking price for this extremely rare 2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport.

Chevrolet recently announced its long-awaited track-focused Corvette ZR1 for the 2025 model year

But how does it stack up against the next GT2 RS? We break it down based on what we know about Porsche upcoming model

The first 911 GT2 arrived in 1993 in the form of the 993 generation. It had a 444-hp 3.6-liter twin-turbo flat-six

Comparatively, the Corvette ZR1 dates back even further in 1970. It packed a 370-hp 5.7-liter V8

Currently, the C8-gen Corvette ZR1 packs some otherworldly specs. A 5.5-liter twin-turbo V8 that's rated to a maximum of 1,064 hp!

While Chevrolet is enjoying the attention, there's a new 911 GT2 RS in the works

The 992-gen 911 GT2 RS is expected to be the most potent 911 ever made

There's a higher chance of a twin-turbo flat-six, the same as the 911 Turbo model, will power the 992 911 GT2 RS

You could be looking at 800 hp, since the 991-gen 911 GT2 RS produce 691 hp. A 100 hp would be a solid bump

There's a thin chance that the upcoming 911 GT2 RS will outshine the Corvette ZR1 in raw performance

However, the GT2 RS's lightweight construction can give the Corvette a hard time in acceleration

The Corvette ZR1 is a track weapon and adopts all the chassis goodies of the Z06, including the Magnetic Ride Control 4.0.

The ZR1 packs massive 15.7-inch carbon ceramic rotors as standard

We expect the 911 GT2 RS to feature chassis features such as rear-axle steering, DRS, and the fully adjustable suspension system

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The 2018 Porsche 935 Is A Track Only Porsche Race Car

It Is An Modern Homage To 935 Group 5 Racecar Of The '70s, Dubbed 'Moby Dick'

Based On The 911 GT2 RS, This 935 Example Is Serial Number 28 Of 77 Units

This Single Seater Racecar Was Recently Listed On SBX Cars

The 935's Body Is Made From Carbon-Fiber Reinforced Plastic (CFRP)

It Features A 3.8 -Liter Twin Turbo Six-Cylinder Boxer Engine With An Output Of 700 HP

All That Power Is Sent To The Rear Wheels Through A 7-Speed PDK Gearbox

The Cockpit Features A Fully Integrated Roll Cage And Recaro Race Bucket Seats

Also Features A CFRP Multi-Function Quick-Release Steering Wheel

This Particular 935 Is An Ultra Low Mileage Example, With Only 37 Miles On The Odo

This 935 Is Currently In Stuhr, Germany And You Have 8 More Days To Bid On It

Given Its Rarity And Significance, Expect It To Fetch Over 7 Figures.