Porsche 911 GT3 RS (991) '16

aspiration

NA (Naturally Aspirated)

Group

Gr.N

Displacement

3,996 cc

DriveTrain

RR

Height

1,290 mm

Length

4,545 mm

Weight

1,420 kg

Width

1,900 mm

Max Power

491 BHP / 8,100 rpm

Max Torque

47.0 kgfm / 6,000 rpm

Performance Point

PP 647.50

Manufacturer

Porsche

Porsche 911 GT3 RS (991) '16 – A Pinnacle of Track-Focused Performance

The Porsche 911 GT3 RS (991) ‘16 is a legendary sports car that perfectly embodies the precision engineering and racing spirit for which Porsche is renowned. Unveiled at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, this car represented the peak of what Porsche’s GT division could achieve with a naturally aspirated engine and a focus on uncompromised track performance. With its aggressive stance, lightweight construction, and innovative aerodynamics, the 2016 GT3 RS cemented itself as one of the most desirable driver's cars of its generation.

Under the rear decklid, the 911 GT3 RS (991) boasts a formidable 4.0-liter flat-six engine, delivering 500 horsepower at a thrilling 8,250 rpm. Paired with a rapid-shifting PDK dual-clutch transmission, the GT3 RS offers blistering acceleration, reaching 0-60 mph in just 3.1 seconds. Extensive use of carbon fiber, magnesium, and aluminum in its construction helped keep the curb weight impressively low, ensuring razor-sharp handling and remarkable agility both on the street and the racetrack.

The 2016 GT3 RS draws heavily from Porsche’s motorsport pedigree, with features like rear-axle steering, a massive fixed rear wing, and vented front fenders directly inspired by Porsche’s endurance racing program. It was lauded by critics and enthusiasts alike for its raw driving experience, precise steering feel, and unfiltered sound. While road legal, the GT3 RS was unashamedly created as a track weapon, capable of putting down blistering lap times and competing fiercely in club racing and time attack events around the world.

In the prestigious Nürburgring Nordschleife, the 911 GT3 RS (991) ‘16 laid down a sensational lap time of just over 7 minutes and 20 seconds, further establishing Porsche’s dominance in high-performance motoring. Its commercial success was just as pronounced: demand quickly outstripped supply, with many units quickly snapped up by collectors and driving enthusiasts. The GT3 RS has become a modern icon, representing the cutting edge of Porsche’s unwavering commitment to pure, engaging, and race-bred performance.