The all-new 2014 Porsche 911 GT3 made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show.
And the next generation 911 is faster than its preceding GT3 counterpart with an estimated zero to 60 mph time of 3.3 seconds. The previous model is able to accomplish the same feat in 3.8 seconds.
The new 911 GT3 maxes out at 194 mph, according to the automaker.
A direct injection 3.8-liter flat six that produces 475 horsepower and 325 pound-feet of torque lives inside the new model and is 40 more ponies and 8 pound-feet of torque as compared to its previous generation sibling.
And one of the more interesting trappings on the new 911 GT3 is the addition of a seven-speed dual-clutch PDK automatic, and while it is sad news for all the loyal stick-shifters out there, the new dual-clutch is supposed to provide better performance on the track than its manual counterpart.
As far as steering goes for Porsche's hot new ride, an electric-assist unit--that has its roots based on the Carrera--replaces the older unit, while a four-wheel-steering arrangement also finds its way on to the new model.
The beautiful body of the 2014 911 GT3 is wider and the wheels are up 20-inches in diameter, as compared to its predecessor, but the automaker says that they are lighter than the previous model.
The 2014 Porsche 911 GT3 is expected to go on sale in November with a price tag starting at $131,350.
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