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2005 Porsche Carrera GT
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Porsche Carrera GT Makes World Debut in Geneva
Stuttgart, Germany-based Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG will unveil its V10-powered Carrera GT high-performance roadster in March 2003 at the Geneva International Motor Show. With more than 600 horsepower and racing-inspired technology, Porsche’s top-of-the-line sports car delivers pure performance.
The Carrera GT has a pure racing engine. Its 10-cylinder powerplant with dry-sump lubrication is based on Porsche’s 5.5-liter V10 naturally aspirated engine developed especially for racing. For production, technicians at the Development Center in Weissach, Germany, have increased the displacement to 5.7 liters. Maximum output is 612 horsepower (DIN*) at 8,000 rpm, with peak torque rated at 437 pound-feet. The Carrera GT has a top test-track speed of 205 miles per hour (330 k/h) and accelerates from zero to 62 mph (100 km/h) in 3.9 seconds. Its specially developed six-speed manual gea . . . ( click here for full article )
Source: Porsche Cars Northa America
| Performance | |||
| Top Speed | 205 mph / 330 km/h | 0-60 mph | 3.6 seconds |
| Skidpad | 0.99g | 0-100 mph | Not Available |
| EPA City / Highway | 10 / 16 | 0 - ¼ Mile | 11.3 sec @ 131.6 mph |
| Drag Coefficient | Not Available | 0-100-0 mph | Not Available |
| Slalom | 71.1 mph | Stopping Distance | 124 ft from 60 mph |
| General Information | |||
| Base Price | $440,000 | Production | Not Available |
| Powertrain Layout | Mid-engine / RWD | Steering | Rack & Pinion w/ Power Assist |
| Body Material | Carbon Fiber | Front Wheels | 19 x 9.5 in. |
| Brake Type | Vented & Cross-drilled Discs | Rear Wheels | 20 x 12.5 in. |
| Brake Size | F: 14.96 in. / 380 mm R: 14.96 in. / 380 mm |
Front / Rear Tires | 265/35ZR19 / 335/30ZR20 |
| Engine | |||
| Configuration | 5.7-liter V-10 | Displacement | 5733 cc |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 4 valves / cyl | Bore | 98 mm |
| Power | 605 bhp @ 8000 rpm | Stroke | 76 mm |
| Torque | 435 lb-ft @ 5750 rpm | Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 |
| Redline | 8400 rpm | Final Drive Ratio | Not Available |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | Gear Ratios | Not Available |
| Dimensions | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.48 in. / 2730 mm | Length | 181.61 in. / 4613 mm |
| Front Track | 63.5 in. | Width | 75.63 in. / 1921 mm |
| Rear Track | 62.5 in. | Height | 45.91 in. / 1166 mm |
| Weight Distribution | Not Available | Curb Weight | 3042 lb. / 1380 kg |