Lot SR20210387: 2018 Porsche 911 GT3

The 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 and standard 911 (Carrera) are quite different animals, and here’s what sets them apart:

Engine & Performance:

• GT3: 4.0L naturally aspirated flat-six with 500hp and 339 lb-ft torque
• Carrera: 3.0L twin-turbo flat-six with 370hp and 331 lb-ft torque (Carrera S has 420hp)
• The GT3 revs to 9,000 rpm vs about 7,500 for the standard 911

Transmission:

• GT3: 6-speed manual or 7-speed PDK (automatic) - the one you’re looking at has PDK
• Carrera: 7-speed manual or 7-speed PDK

Chassis & Handling:

• GT3: Rear-axle steering, significantly upgraded suspension, wider track, massive rear wing for downforce
• Carrera: Standard suspension setup, no rear-axle steering (available on some models), more subtle aero

Weight & Construction:

• GT3: Lightweight construction with carbon fiber components, only 2 seats
• Carrera: Heavier, more luxury-oriented, 2+2 seating

Driving Experience:

• GT3: Track-focused, razor-sharp handling, incredible sound (especially with that Akrapovic exhaust!), more visceral
• Carrera: More refined daily driver, quieter, more comfortable

Pricing (when new):

• GT3: Started around $145,000
• Carrera: Started around $92,000 (Carrera S around $110,000)

The GT3 is essentially a race car for the road - it’s Porsche’s motorsport technology distilled into a street-legal package. The standard 911 is more of a grand tourer that can handle daily duties. Both are fantastic, but they serve very different purposes!

Can I help you find more GT3s or would you like to see some standard 911s for comparison?