Porsche 911 GT2 RS

vs

Porsche 911 Turbo

Germany vs Germany — 2017 vs 1975

Porsche 911 GT2 RS (2017)
Porsche 911 Turbo (1975)
Specifications
911 GT2 RS (991.2)911 Turbo 3.3 (930)
Horsepower700 hp300 hp
Torque553 lb-ft318 lb-ft
Engine Size3,800 cc3,299 cc
0-60 mph2.7 sec5.0 sec
Top Speed211 mph162 mph
¼ Mile10.3 sec13.3 sec
Wheelbase2,457 mm2,272 mm
Length4,549 mm4,291 mm
Units Produced1,00018,770
Value (Excellent)$600,000$250,000
Collectibility5/105/10
Rarity8/105/10
The Verdict

On balance, the 2017 Porsche 911 GT2 RS (991.2) makes a stronger case on paper with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. However, the 1975 Porsche 911 Turbo 3.3 (930) counters with better value, and its appeal extends beyond mere numbers. Choose the 2017 Porsche 911 GT2 RS (991.2) for outright capability, or the 1975 Porsche 911 Turbo 3.3 (930) for a more distinctive ownership experience.

Overview

Few model names carry as much weight as the Porsche 911 GT2 RS. The 2017 and 1975 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. The 2017 Porsche 911 GT2 RS (991.2) holds a clear advantage in raw power with 700 hp compared to 300 hp, a 400-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Porsche 911 GT2 RS uses a Flat-6 Twin-Turbo DOHC 24V displacing 3,800 cc, while the Porsche 911 Turbo relies on a Flat-6 SOHC 12V Turbo with 3,299 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2017 Porsche 911 GT2 RS (991.2) edges ahead at 2.7 seconds versus 5.0 seconds. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 1,000 units built, the 2017 Porsche 911 GT2 RS (991.2) is considerably scarcer than the Porsche 911 Turbo's 18,770 examples. On the collector market, the 2017 Porsche 911 GT2 RS (991.2) commands a significant premium over the 1975 Porsche 911 Turbo 3.3 (930), reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.