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how do we know our limits because we choose to explore them the new 911 gt2 designing a new 911 gt2 demands a new approach to old ideas it means questioning convention crossing the limits thinking beyond the norm the result high performance in every sense in every moment in every driving scenario for faster response at lower engine speeds maximum power 390 kw 530 bhp at 6,500 rpm maximum all those numbers reveal their true meaning the first time you venture onto the racetrack accompanying it all is an engine sound that only a 911 gt2 can produce performance and efficiency have both been enhanced mainly through modifications to the turbochargers the flow-optimised turbines and compressor units have been specially adapted to the enormous engine output the result a more efficient turbo effect unfortunately air temperature is also increased and ignition is therefore impaired system drive is transmitted to the rear wheels only for race-ready driving dynamics among the new standard features on the 911 gt2 the facts 6 cylinders 3.6 litres variocam plus and twin turbochargers with variable turbine geometry torque 680 nm nought to 100 km/h 62 mph in 3.7 seconds maximum speed 329 km/h 204 mph our new expansion manifold simply turns that principle around and uses the expansion phase instead since expansion always cools the air/fuel temperature is reduced and ignition is significantly improved instead of hot compressed air entering the combustion chambers we now have cooler air generating more power and torque the result is porsche active suspension management pasm this active damping system offers a wide range of benefits including greater performance and comfort another innovation is launch control which improves acceleration from a standing start to activate the function simply depress the clutch and accelerator pedals when the boost pressure rises to approximately 0.9 bar release the clutch as quickly as possible and maximum acceleration automatically ensues air is supplied through an `expansion intake manifold ­ a totally new development with a unique induction principle that sets the existing technology on its head a conventional resonance manifold increases engine output by using the vibration in the air caused by the inlet valves to force additional air into the combustion chambers · 16 · a major improvement in engine efficiency and therefore lower fuel consumption even under heavy loads and high rpm performance is further enhanced by a higher rate of flow through the new titanium main silencer porsche stability management psm is also standard equipment in addition to abs the package the six-speed manual gearbox is easy and precise as is the steering · 17 · includes two automatic driver aids controlling lateral and longitudinal

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