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911 GT3 RS MR Vs. 992.1 GT3 RS: Which One Would You Choose? - Storyboard

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  • The Porsche 911 GT3 RS (992.1) is already a track weapon, but Manthey Racing has turned it into an even sharper tool with their bespoke upgrade kit
    The Porsche 911 GT3 RS (992.1) is already a track weapon, but Manthey Racing has turned it into an even sharper tool with their bespoke upgrade kit
  • The Nürburgring legend spent two years developing this kit to enhance the 992.1 GT3 RS, focusing purely on aerodynamics and handling
    The Nürburgring legend spent two years developing this kit to enhance the 992.1 GT3 RS, focusing purely on aerodynamics and handling
  • The package comes with 17 key upgrades
    The package comes with 17 key upgrades
  • They include things like semi-active suspension system, high-performance brake pads, and a two-piece carbon-fiber rear wing
    They include things like semi-active suspension system, high-performance brake pads, and a two-piece carbon-fiber rear wing
  • Manthey also dials up the visual drama with carbon-fiber additions like a shark fin, roof fins, aero discs, and canards
    Manthey also dials up the visual drama with carbon-fiber additions like a shark fin, roof fins, aero discs, and canards
  • Aerodynamic improvements are extreme: the Manthey GT3 RS generates 2,204 pounds of downforce at 177 mph, a 20% increase over the stock model
    Aerodynamic improvements are extreme: the Manthey GT3 RS generates 2,204 pounds of downforce at 177 mph, a 20% increase over the stock model
  • Spring rates are up by 30% at the front and 15% at the rear, minimizing body roll and maximizing cornering stability
    Spring rates are up by 30% at the front and 15% at the rear, minimizing body roll and maximizing cornering stability
  • For ultimate braking confidence, the kit adds braided stainless-steel brake lines and race-ready brake pads
    For ultimate braking confidence, the kit adds braided stainless-steel brake lines and race-ready brake pads
  • Despite keeping the stock 4.0-liter flat-six engine with 518 horsepower, the Manthey GT3 RS shaves weight, dropping its curb weight to an estimated 3,200 pounds
    Despite keeping the stock 4.0-liter flat-six engine with 518 horsepower, the Manthey GT3 RS shaves weight, dropping its curb weight to an estimated 3,200 pounds
  • The choice is clear: the standard GT3 RS offers raw, balanced performance, while the Manthey version is built for uncompromising lap times
    The choice is clear: the standard GT3 RS offers raw, balanced performance, while the Manthey version is built for uncompromising lap times
  • On paper, the Manthey version isn’t faster in a straight line, but expect lap times to obliterate the stock 992.1 GT3 RS thanks to its handling and aero edge
    On paper, the Manthey version isn’t faster in a straight line, but expect lap times to obliterate the stock 992.1 GT3 RS thanks to its handling and aero edge
  • The price? A hefty $82,000 on top of the 911 GT3 RS’s $241,300 MSRP, making it a $320,000+ track toy—before dealer markups
    The price? A hefty $82,000 on top of the 911 GT3 RS’s $241,300 MSRP, making it a $320,000+ track toy—before dealer markups
  • If cutting-edge tech and dominance at the limit matter most, the Manthey GT3 RS is the ultimate Porsche for you
    If cutting-edge tech and dominance at the limit matter most, the Manthey GT3 RS is the ultimate Porsche for you