The final episode episode in the series, reveals some truly intriguing facts about the 997 GT2 that you probably didn't know about
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
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