Porsche 911 Carrera RS

vs

Porsche 911 GT3

Germany vs Germany — 1992 vs 2022

Porsche 911 Carrera RS (1992)
Porsche 911 GT3 (2022)
Specifications
911 Carrera RS 964911 GT3 992
Horsepower260 hp502 hp
Torque240 lb-ft346 lb-ft
Engine Size3,600 cc3,996 cc
0-60 mph5.0 sec3.2 sec
Top Speed162 mph198 mph
¼ Mile13.4 sec11.2 sec
Weight2,690 lbs3,164 lbs
Wheelbase2,272 mm2,457 mm
Length4,250 mm4,573 mm
Units Produced2,282
Original MSRP$162,450
Value (Excellent)$500,000$300,000
Collectibility9/108/10
Rarity8/105/10
The Verdict

It's a closely fought contest. The 1992 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 964 brings lighter weight, stronger collectibility to the table, and the 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 992 answers with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.

Overview

Few model names carry as much weight as the Porsche 911 Carrera RS. The 1992 and 2022 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. The 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 992 holds a clear advantage in raw power with 502 hp compared to 260 hp, a 242-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Porsche 911 Carrera RS uses a Flat-6 SOHC displacing 3,600 cc, while the Porsche 911 GT3 relies on a Flat-6 DOHC 24V with 3,996 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 992 edges ahead at 3.2 seconds versus 5.0 seconds. The Porsche 911 Carrera RS carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 474 lbs lighter. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.