Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 997
The ultimate analogue 911: a 500hp motorsport-derived masterpiece and the final hurrah for the Mezger engine.
- Power
- 500 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 3.8 s
- Top speed
- 193 mph
- Est. value
- $450k–$1.3m
About the Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 997
The 911 GT3 RS 4.0 is the final and most extreme evolution of the 997-generation 911. It features a 4.0-litre flat-six with the crankshaft from the RSR race car, titanium connecting rods, and a 500hp output—the highest ever for a naturally aspirated 911 at its launch. Weight-saving measures include a carbon-fibre bonnet and front wings, resulting in a 1,360kg kerb weight. It is revered by collectors as the pinnacle of the 'analogue' era, combining hydraulic steering, a manual gearbox, and the legendary Mezger engine. Only 600 units were produced, making it one of the most sought-after modern Porsches.
Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 997 specs
The Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 997 produces 500 bhp (373 kW) and 460 Nm (339 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 3.8 seconds and has a top speed of 193 mph (311 km/h).
| Make | Porsche |
|---|---|
| Model | 911 GT3 RS 4.0 |
| Generation | 997 |
| Trim | 4.0 |
| Years | 2011–2012 |
| Type | Supercar |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Germany |
| Production | About 600 built |
| Original price | About $185,000 when new |
| Engine | 4.0-litre flat-six |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3,996 cc (4.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 500 bhp (373 kW) at 8,250 rpm |
| Torque | 460 Nm (339 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 8,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 3.8 s |
| Top speed | 193 mph (311 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,360 kg (2,998 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 368 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 997 worth?
A typical Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 997 is estimated to be worth $450,000 – $1,340,000 (about £336,000 – £995,000).
Its original price when new was about $185,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 997 rarity in CarSpot
The Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 997 is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 100 out of 100. The rarest tier: hypercars, one-offs and cars built in tiny numbers, typically fewer than about 500. A Unicorn card is worth 320 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 997 fun facts
- The RS 4.0 was the first production Porsche to feature 'flics' or dive planes on the front bumper to increase front-end downforce.
- Its engine achieved a specific output of 125 hp per litre, a record for naturally aspirated Porsche road cars at the time.
- At its top speed of 193 mph, the aerodynamic package generates an additional 190 kg of downforce.
