Porsche 911 GT cars with Manthey Kits set lap records at Road Atlanta
1:22,649
1:23,932
1:24,639
What Happened
A 991.2-generation 911 GT2 RS with Manthey Kit set a production car lap record of 1:22,649 minutes at Road Atlanta, beating the previous record by 0.2 seconds. The car, on Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R N0 tires, improved 2.2 seconds over the standard model's 2019 time.
“Even almost 10 years after its introduction, the power delivery of the twin-turbo flat-six engine is still thrilling. The suspension enhancements and the increased downforce enabled me to carry speed deep into the corners and accelerate early, giving me great confidence behind the wheel – which is also a benefit for regular drivers taking their own cars on the track.”
A 992.1-generation 911 GT3 RS with Manthey Kit lapped in 1:23,932 minutes, becoming the fastest naturally-aspirated production car at the circuit. Bergmeister praised its downforce of up to 1,000 kg, saying cornering speeds rival GT-class race cars.
1:22,649minutes
Set by the 991.2 911 GT2 RS with Manthey Kit
Why this matters
The lap times demonstrate the performance gains from Manthey's suspension and aero upgrades, making these road-legal cars faster than previous records.
Terms in This Story
- Manthey Kit
- An optional performance upgrade package developed by Manthey Racing, Porsche's motorsport partner, including suspension and aerodynamic enhancements.
- Downforce
- Aerodynamic force that pushes a car downward, improving tire grip and cornering speed.
- Naturally-aspirated
- An engine that draws air in without a turbocharger or supercharger, relying on atmospheric pressure.
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