"A 611-horsepower engine crossed with an elegant leather interior. The most powerful production car ever built by Porsche, coupled with looks that would cause a sailor to blush. The 2012 Porsche 911 GT2 RS is the top of the line version of Porsche’s 911 and features stunning looks along with twin turbos, an adjustable suspension, carbon-ceramic brakes, and the kind of power that demands attention. No wonder so many reviewers referred to Porsche’s masterpiece as “Beauty & the Beast”— it’s at once a stunning piece of automotive eye candy, and objectively one of the most terrifyingly powerful cars to be released in years. Yet, despite its grunt, the GT2 RS manages its power well. A few turns in the GT2 RS is all you need to be convinced: this is a smooth-driving and easy-to-handle car at low speeds and one that will peel your face off at the limit."—Official description[1]
The 2012 Porsche 911 GT2 RS - abbreviated as "Porsche GT2 '12" or "911 GT2 RS '12" - is a rear-wheel drive supercar by Porsche.
It appears in the Porsche Expansion packs for Forza Motorsport 4, Forza Motorsport 6 and Forza Horizon 2. It also appears as standard in Forza Horizon 3 and all subsequent main series titles.
Synopsis[]
Similar to the GT3 RS, the GT2 RS is a track-ready supercar but based on the twin turbo-powered 911 GT2. Being capable of reaching 205 mph (330 km/h) as top speed, it is the fastest car of the 997 codenamed sixth-generation Porsche 911 and the 997.2 codenamed facelift generation.
The GT2 RS was offered in a limited production run of 500 cars from 2010 to 2012. In 2017, the 991.2 GT2 RS, part of the sixth generation 991 codenamed Porsche 911, was unveiled as the 997.2 GT2 RS's successor for the 2018 model year.
Drivetrain[]
The GT2 RS is powered by a 3.6 liter flat-six engine with two variable-geometry turbochargers (VGT) which have significantly less lag compared to wastegate variants. The engine produces 611 hp (456 kW) at 6500 rpm and 516 ft·lb (700 N·m) of torque from 2250 to 5500 rpm. The GT2 RS is officially claimed to run from 0-60 mph (97 km/h) in 3.5 seconds and hit 205 mph (330 km/h), although it can reach higher top speeds in each Forza series title.
Platform[]
The body of the GT2 RS is fitted with a front splitter, rear diffuser, and gurney flap on the rear wing, which are made in carbon-fiber and greatly increase downforce that is required to make the car's high power output viable on the road. It also comes with a high number of weight reduction applications such as a titanium exhaust and carbon ceramic brakes, allowing the RS to weigh 154 lb (70 kg) less than the standard GT2 model.[2][3] It also has a roll cage and fully adjustable suspension and brakes.
Performance[]
Powered by a 611 hp (456 kW) engine with twin turbocharging, the GT2 RS offers tremendous acceleration times such as a 0-100 mph (161 km/h) time of only 6.7 seconds. Although the engine has strong low-end torque, the GT2 RS launches off the line with surprisingly little wheelspin. Cornering is also a strong suit for the car, although its loose rear does require some practice beforehand.
Statistics[]
Speed 9.5 Handling 6.1
Acceleration 8.9
Launch 8.9
Braking 6.0
|
S 667 | |
Required DLC:
Requires the Porsche Expansion Pack | ||
Unlock Requirements
Car Dealer:
Purchase from the car dealer for 240,000 CR | ||
Performance & Body Style
Body Style: Supercar
Speed:
Top Speed: 217.2 mph (349.5 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 3.484 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 7.500 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 111.8 ft (34.1 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 296.4 ft (90.3 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.02 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.03 g |
Speed 7.9 Handling 5.9
Acceleration 9.3
Braking 5.9
|
S 779 | |
Required DLC:
Requires the Porsche Expansion pack | ||
Unlock Requirements
Car Dealer:
Purchase from the car dealer for 240,000 CR | ||
Performance & Division
Division: Exotic GT
Speed:
Top Speed: 214.5 mph (345.1 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 3.500 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 6.700 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 106.0 ft (32.3 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 266.8 ft (81.3 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.27 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.32 g |
Speed 7.9 Handling 8.1
Acceleration 9.2
Launch 9.6
Braking 9.8
|
S2 930 | |
Required DLC:
Requires the Porsche Bonus Car Pack | ||
Unlock Requirements
Autoshow:
Purchase from the Autoshow for 240,000 CR | ||
Performance & Championship
Championship: Modern Supercars
Speed:
Top Speed: 212.9 mph (342.6 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 3.500 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 6.700 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 120.4 ft (36.7 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 285.5 ft (87 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.08 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.19 g |
Speed 7.8 Handling 7.7
Acceleration 9.1
Launch 9.4
Braking 9.5
|
S1 876 | |
Unlock Requirements
A Forzathon reward that can not be purchased from the Autoshow and must be won from a Forzathon event:
A Solid Round (Lead The Way) That's Fast (Hot And Heavy Horizon) Auction House:
Can be purchased or bid on through an Auction House listing
| ||
Performance & Championship
Championship: Modern Supercars Value: 240,000 CR
Speed:
Top Speed: 209.2 mph (336.6 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 3.500 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 6.700 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 118.0 ft (36 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 292.6 ft (89.2 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.01 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.13 g |
Speed 8.0 Handling 8.3
Acceleration 8.7
Launch 9.9
Braking 8.9
|
S1 882 | |
Unlock Requirements
Autoshow:
Purchase from the Autoshow for 240,000 CR Auction House:
Can be purchased or bid on through an Auction House listing | ||
Performance & Car Type
Car Type: Track Toys
Rarity:
Epic
Speed:
Top Speed: 209.1 mph (336.4 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 3.500 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 6.700 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 110.2 ft (33.6 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 271.4 ft (82.7 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.19 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.31 g |
Speed 7.7 Handling 7.6
Accel 8.0
Launch 6.3
Braking 7.7
Offroad 4.6 |
S1 860 | |
Availability
Autoshow:
Can be purchased from the Autoshow for 240,000 CR
"Camera Fiend" completion reward Wheelspin:
Possible Wheelspin or Super Wheelspin prize
Auction House:
Can be purchased or bid on through an Auction House listing Seasonal:
This vehicle may appear as a listed item in the Forzathon Shop or as a Festival Playlist reward.
Forzathon Shop:
N/A Festival Playlist:
Series 8 (Winter) - The Trial: "Stock Showdown: Porsche #65 911 Desert" Series 28 (Winter, Week 2) - "Rap-tor Battle" championship | ||
Performance & Car Type
Car Type: Track Toys Value: 240,000 CR
Rarity:
Epic
Speed:
Top Speed: 213.2 mph (343 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 3.481 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 6.681 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 84.8 ft (25.8 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 200.9 ft (61.2 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.25 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.38 g |
Conversions[]
Conversion - Drivetrain | |
AWD | |
AWD | |
AWD | |
AWD | |
AWD Drivetrain | |
AWD Drivetrain | |
AWD Drivetrain |
Trivia[]
- The 2012 GT2 RS must be used for unlocking the achievement "Pieces Of Flare" in Forza Motorsport 4.
- Its engine can be fitted onto various Porsche cars in Forza Motorsport 4.
- It appears as the North American specification model in the Forza series as evidenced by a modified rear bumper and side markers.
- The hood is carbon fiber by default, and hides any decals and vinyls applied onto it. Using the "Porsche - Street Hood" upgrade changes the color of the hood to be the rest of the car, thereby showing any and all vinyls applied onto it.
Gallery[]
Promotional[]
Forzavista[]
References[]
- ↑ "Forza Motorsport 6 - Porsche Expansion" . forzamotorsport.net
- ↑ "2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS - First Drive Review" . caranddriver.com
- ↑ "997.2 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Review" . evo.co.uk