Is This Porsche's Best Engine? | Porsche 997.1 GT3 RS | Naturally Aspirated Heroes Ep 4 | 4K

[@scd]

What a car this is! Which generation GT3 RS would you have? 996, 997, 991, or 992? 👇

[@pauln0371]

997.2 GT3👍👍👍

[@michaelbyers955]

This one

[@carseyeadmire]

997 but I would be extremely happy with any.

[@bu9lu7]

997.2 GT3 rs 4.0

[@scd]

Exquisite choice!!

[@mauriceconger1926]

this series needs to keep being made with more N/A heroes! Love it!

[@scd]

Glad you enjoyed it! We have 2 more episodes in this series, and then we need to think about 3 more cars...

[@SF_Native]

Proud owner of a 997.1 GT3 RS. I've owned many cars, but there's nothing that compares to the driving experience of this special 911.

[@scd]

Such a special car isn't it!

[@mattgriffith5786]

Don't forget about the non-RS 997.1 GT3 models. Same engine. Nearly same performance without the flashy badges, Huge wing and bright colors schemes. Personally I much prefer to fly under the radar and just enjoy the experience. Can also knock 25% off the price tag!

[@brianhimmelman420]

hey and don’t forgot about the GTS, nearly the same and save even more money !! lol

[@krichd1]

@@brianhimmelman420 The GTS has a different engine.

[@niallevans4008]

Back to the basics that make driving and cars in general so enjoyable. A brilliant high revving normally aspirated flat six engine which needs to be driven right to get the most out of it , a proper manual gearbox and a soundtrack that never gets old. 👌

[@scd]

Perfection!!

[@scd]

The 997 just ticks alllllll the boxes!

[@GavinMay]

absolutely beautiful production

[@scd]

Thanks! 🙌🏻

[@alenseven11]

My favourite! 997.1 GT3, it's pure emotion with it's manual trans! I was waiting for this one and thank you for the N/A series, as I said before, it's my favourite set of videos. Well done!

[@scd]

Thanks! Glad you're enjoying the content!

[@ofautomotive]

This is by far my most favourite modern porsche of all time especially in RS green (and my most favourite automotive channel as well)

[@scd]

Might be our favourite too!! It's practically perfect.

[@vVeazel]

Amazing! The distant/echoed upshift at 8:30 should have been the outro or final sound output of this video. It gave me chills. What a great car.

[@scd]

Glad you enjoyed it! That's why we put that shot at the end!

[@felixb9146]

What an amazing machine! I miss so much the hydraulic steering feel, no electric one can compare to it. Adding that engine sound, priceless. Great video, looking forward for the next ones :)

[@scd]

Steering feel in these is just perfect!

[@scd]

The 997 is the one!!

[@99ZondaS]

The 997.2 RS 4.0 is probably the ultimate NA Porsche

[@thedownshiftchannel]

The 3.6 997 GT3 is still the nicest engined car I’ve driven! Would love an RS

[@scd]

Same here!

[@timparkhouse9925]

My Suzuki Swift Sport z32 is a NA hero. Cost me £6k, cheap to run and you can thrash it and LOVE it on normal roads. It’s fast because of it’s usability with the knife-edge, spine-tingling throttle response you just don’t get with turbo cars. It will hold it’s value but is not going to appreciate so you don’t feel you have to garage it and protect it - you can do what it was meant to do - drive it hard!!! 😋

[@scd]

That's definitely an NA Hero then! You can thrash it and it loves it!

[@christophercatto7184]

Sorry to interrupt the conversation about naturally aspirated engines (which I adore, like you do). I think there is also one engine that somehow manages to 'unite' car enthusiasts all over the world because it is turbocharged but sounds like an N/A. If the GT3's engine is affectionately called a Mezger, then the F40 engine (and the earlier GTO's for that matter) must undoubtedly be called a Materazzi. I would recommend you try to find an F40 and locate Materazzi (he's in his 80's now) and talk about an engine that is a pussycat below 3000 rpm and a tiger up to the red-line. A little-known fact is that the ~480HP it makes and the lag it has could have been a lot worse if he'd chosen to use the race-spec calibration. Instead the stamping on the engine blocks of the F40 engines denote that it's the version which was destined for Group B rallying (as opposed to Group B circuit racing which never materialised) and hence had smaller turbos and different dump-valves & wastegates. If you have enough saved up and 'only' need two drivers cars, then you could do a lot worse than own a GT3RS and and F40.

[@R8andGT3Fan]

There is something in the noise of this "old" engine that can't be replicated on the newer ones, even if you fit a LOUD exhaust system...it's just a sweeeeet musical tone. Beautiful! What an amazing series this is!

[@scd]

Couldn’t agree more! Glad you’re enjoying the series too

[@Inazuma68]

True 👌

[@n_luk9824]

Found your channel a few months ago... By far the best visuals of all the other YT channel dedicated to cars. Big thumbs up to your filming crew ! Cheers

[@scd]

Very kind of you to say so! Lots of cool stuff coming up

[@scd]

Welcome aboard! Thanks for your kind words.

[@steve0504]

1/4 the price? COOL!!! I’ll take 2 of them… 1 to use, and 1 to lose…. Just like pencils in Jr High… OH OH! ….And I want mines to have that cool “red line” at the top of the steering wheel, it would be a shame to be coming out of a sharp turn and not realize (or just forget), to move the wheel BACK to the center position 3 inches to the right or left, and just drift off the road…. But that cool steering wheel line will remind me that the wheel and that line need to line up to the very top to maneuver the vehicle into the position to go straight again…. BRILLIANT. Just BRILLIANT, and at only 3500 dollars to apply that special hand drawn and applied accoutrements, I feel Porsche hits it out of the park. Such a bargain for such innovative tech. I know I often forget to straighten that wheel after coming out of a turn at high speeds headed back from Ralph’s….Then Poof! I need a new Porsche. …It gets pricy after a while….

[@richardwitting6557]

These videos get you onto Autotrader every time 😂….. great work🏎🏎😎😎.

[@scd]

Haha! Sorry 😂

[@maestroadam]

That chasing cam angle was like being in a race. Loved it!

[@bikemike1118]

Really nice series of videos 👍🏼. And this 997 GT3 RS in this orange is still a real stunner. Insiders know that there is SO much more to a nice car than only sheer power

[@scd]

Couldn't agree more! The 997 RS really is a gem.

[@ramennoodlesbruh9863]

**Patiently waits for this channel to hit a million subs already**

[@bittertruth0000]

Same they are doing amazing job

[@scd]

So are we 😍

[@scd]

Thank you!

[@richardmahoney9415]

I can’t believe they only got 160K subs if your a car enthusiast this is a real channel no gimmicks no BS just great production and driving

[@BOOSTEDDUDE]

Sweet! Great looking and functional Porsche. It's nice how it doesn't have too many modes to choose from and you can just get in and enjoy sporty driving with the amazing sounds!

[@vuyolwethutshirana3144]

The sound on NA cars is phenomenal...🙌🏽

[@scd]

The best isn’t it?!

[@vuyolwethutshirana3144]

@@scd It truly is...

[@royd72]

This should be on TV 🙌🙌🙌

[@scd]

Thanks Royd! Imagine that?

[@scd]

Haha cheers Royd! Hope to see you soon

[@ghowells5433]

Fantastic review, stunning footage. Very special cars.

[@scd]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching

[@stichupman]

For me the 997 generation 911 is the best of all. Certainly the best looking. I always wanted a turbo.

[@scd]

Agreed! The sweet spot

[@scd]

It's definitely a sweet spot!

[@CarlsModsClass]

I love this era of Porsche just you and the machine

[@scd]

So do we!

[@scd]

So good isnt it!

[@CarlsModsClass]

@@scd yes I love it .

[@mixmaster09777]

Another cracking review Matt. Yourself and Henry Catchpole my favourites. Keep up the great work cheers 🍻

[@scd]

High praise indeed! Thank you 🙏

[@scd]

High praise! Many thanks!

[@alexm2934]

Amazing series! In future NA Heros I'd love to see: Carrera GT 4.2L Audis F12 430 Scuderia Aventador LP7XX S2000 E60 M5

[@scd]

Some great shouts there!

[@myou6675]

Very nicely presented and filmed..getting closer to Carfection standards with this one.

[@scd]

Many thanks! We'll take that!

[@nikbadham9033]

Great video and glorious sound, just 2 second shorted video would have been the icing on the cake 😂

[@Anthony-qh1xv]

Yep

[@hfsc369]

This is a visualized art.

[@scd]

glad you enjoyed it! A pleasure to film

[@hfsc369]

@@scd thank you for your dedication! Keep it up because it's a pleasure to watch and support you guys!

[@scd]

Appreciate it buddy

[@geoffreysvensson9768]

Absolutely love this series. Please keep making them

[@scd]

2 more episodes to come! New video tomorrow!

[@VIJAYSANKAR]

This channel is so underrated!

[@scd]

Thank you 🙏

[@samcourt6228]

Another cracking video chaps. An awesome car, nice scenery and cinematography.

[@scd]

Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@RR-jr2gf]

Unbealiveable,amazing,its one of the best videos i am ever seen! Good luck!

[@hildand.arifwirayudha]

Glorious machine, cant wait for 992 GT3RS

[@scd]

992 RS will be epic.

[@hildand.arifwirayudha]

@@scd for real dude🔥

[@augustortiz]

This for me is the greatest 911 ever made.

[@scd]

Many say it is THE one to have!

[@davidr5520]

Wow Matt, Just sensational and better than my 997 GT3 " lightweight " which only weighs 1342 Kgs with 432.3 BHP @8010 RPM and a Akrapovic Full Titanium "straight pipe" exhaust .Though I might have a slightly higher top speed having the "narrow body' shell.

[@AM-eu1yq]

Just bought a humble 997.1 GT3.. Oh my.👏🙏👏 Great review..👍

[@carsthesupers2699]

Very well made! I'm excited for next week's vid

[@scd]

Us too!

[@minatormyth]

You guys never fail to deliver 🤗🤗😎

[@scd]

Thank you! Very kind!

[@stephenwilliams6540]

Brilliant series this. Filmed on one incredible road.

[@scd]

Thank you! Best road 🙌

[@sunilsithamparam8046]

may i ask where this is in wales please?@@scd

[@kanwarjotgill5294]

I’ll have the 997 gen. It’s just so pure .

[@scd]

It really is. A proper sweet spot in the range

[@MrYankeekilla]

Awesome video! one of my favorite cars of all time!

[@scd]

Thanks! 👍 Glad you enjoyed it.

[@swanblake]

I know no one likes American cars, but the NA 5.2 Voodoo engine in the GT350 is deserving of a spot. Also LFA

[@scd]

I wouldn’t say that, there are some FANTASTIC American V8 engines that we’d love to feature

[@Pabster007]

Great video of an awesome 911. Thanks 👍🏼

[@VerangaF430]

These videos are on another level! I would love if you can dedicate 15 mins for each car!

[@scd]

Ok good to know! Thanks

[@DwainDwight]

great review. great car. my friend has one, been in it a few times. great fun.

[@scd]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@v8ssf]

Another awesome video guys, love watching these 👌🏻

[@scd]

Glad you're enjoying them Paul!

[@speckracing7165]

Better to not use that harnas seatbelt without a HANS. In that case the normal seatbelt is safer 🤘🏻

[@zazupantera]

How can this video have 2 dislikes??? Perfect!

[@alonzo992]

You guys did a great job! Everything was perfect in this video! Thank you! 🙏 PS: Could you please let me know the name of the song?

Game over... What a car 💎

[@scd]

A diamond for sure 😍

[@AdzTheRat]

Brilliant! I remember using a 997 rs for a day, just a wonderful car. Really very hard to beat it

[@scd]

Couldn't agree more!

[@frozenragu]

Peak road car, everything about it is perfection

[@scd]

Agreed!! Pure motorsport

[@SterlingMess]

Great video, chaps! I do enjoy my 997 GT3. Of course, I have to let 991.2 PDK Carreras pass me on track days, but which one of us is having the most fun? 8400 RPM in second gear is very addictive.

[@scd]

Definitely more fun in the 997!

[@Inazuma68]

Thinking the same of my 996.2 GT3 CS

[@dorijanshootscarphotograph6733]

@@Inazuma68 GT3 Carrera S?

[@vasilios_2469]

Beautiful video, my dad owns a 997 GT2 so fair to say the 997 is my favorite Gen 😁

[@scd]

Ahh nice! We love the 997 too.

[@Sh0SUPERMAN]

One of the best channels on KZbin

[@scd]

Thank you! 😁

[@nithinscariaraju6489]

Really nice review. Love that gt3rs

[@scd]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it 🙌🏻

[@got_gt3612]

Great film, great car!!! Thank you !

[@scd]

Thanks for watching 🙌

[@scd]

Our pleasure!

[@michaelbyers955]

Wonderful vid. This is my top NA choice and has been for years. One day in the garage but right not private university for the kids.

[@scd]

You have fine taste!

[@olivervaldes4223]

The Legendary Mezger. Also in the Turbo and GT2.

[@sw2775]

Great production and amazing car …

[@scd]

Thank you

[@johnmitchell2269]

Naturally aspirated, manual, rwd, mid or rear engined, not heavy. That's all you need for driving bliss. Here is a question though. 997.1 GT3 3.6 or a 981 Cayman GT4 3.8? Tough one!

[@scd]

Very tough one! I think the GT3 just takes it though... it is THAT good. Can’t knock the 981 though!

[@jsracs]

@@scd Another question, 997.1 GT3 or 997.2 GT3 🧐

[@mlhj83]

The 997 GT3 RS or any 997 GT for that matter, isn't actually light, the real world weight is pretty similar compared to the real world weights of the 991 or 992 generation GT cars. Most customer 997 GT cars with AC, PCM, clubsport pack, axle lift, HID lights are anywhere between 1450kg to 1500kg without the driver.

[@palefaced1]

No, the best is the 991.2 4.0 liter. Truly an amazing piece of work. 500hp with ram air

[@riviera833]

I have an SLS, so am very much looking forward to the next show.

[@scd]

🙌🙌

[@sergeantsqueaker]

NSX-R needs to be added to the list.

[@scd]

I think we can arrange that... 🤔

[@sergeantsqueaker]

@@scd Yessss!

[@mattireland497]

You got my subscription, keep this content coming👍🏻

[@scd]

Welcome 🙏 thanks for watching

[@KevGoesRiding]

Guys, please do the lexus LC500 at some point. it really deserves to be in your series

[@dvas2686]

Five years ago you could pick up a used 997.1 or 997.2 GT3 RS for around $100k. Now you'd have to pay two and a half times that to get one. My next car is going to be a special Porsche. Forget the steep initial buy in price, you'll make it back - and more - in time.

[@pauln0371]

What an engine,, What a car..👍👍

[@scd]

Indeed!

[@stjepkokemenovic8219]

Please do not forget the f355 with capristo for next trio... Thank you.

[@bu9lu7]

N/A hero’s classic 👌🏼👌🏼

[@scd]

It would be cool, but we have already featured a 355 with a Capristo, not long ago! Video is on our channel 😎

[@hassanskien3989]

Proud owner ❤ one of the best cars I have owned … legendary

[@tomnutting3836]

Painful to watch due to how much I want and can’t have that car 😅❤️ must try harder. Not you guys, you nailed it!

[@scd]

The want is STRONG 😭 Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@drewski23_7]

Who gives this a thumbs down?!

[@scd]

😢😢

[@drewski23_7]

@@scd whoever did is crazy!

[@enricomazzella8924]

There is the 3.8 Liter between the 3.6 and 4.0 Liter , for me the best compromise! 😉

[@AlexSami-qw4qu]

Goals car. Great review.

[@scd]

Thanks 🙏

[@ChrisDorgan]

Nicely done lids 🙌

[@scd]

🙌

[@crouchingmole]

one of my fave cars. Great vid! Sub'd

[@scd]

Thank you! Welcome aboard!

[@Detail_Den_UK]

Love love love this car. I’ll never afford one, and I’ll have to keep myself happy with an E46 M3. If I win the lottery I’m getting on of these. 😍😍

[@scd]

E46 m3 is a GREAT car!

[@dirkrodefeld2317]

amazing car, amazing video… awesome

[@scd]

Thanks for watching 🙌

[@scd]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MoskusMoskiferus1611]

Most Underrated GT3 RS after 996 Gen

[@scd]

Definitely. The gem of the family 😍

[@rallymouse1]

Pure driving machine...

[@scd]

PURE

[@pauljames6721]

There is no better sound from an engine

[@giuistefanjr72]

The last of proper drivers car! Get them while they are on sale.

[@pdalia]

Superb!

[@scd]

🙌🙌🙌

[@codytucker7560]

Do 3.6 and 4.0 both come in the 997.1?

[@cameronphillips2518]

You probably mentioned this but what road in North Wales is this ? Love the video and this is my dream car 👌🏼

[@MrLeccyt]

Which road are we on here guys? It doesn’t look like the A4086 but I can see some decent mountains behind - I can’t place it. Thanks!

[@jimdcars]

What road is this?

[@lukewaring2832]

A great car perfect roads.. What more could you ask for... Thanks for sharing..🤪😎

[@scd]

Our pleasure!

[@Anthony-qh1xv]

Great video!! I have a BMW. It drives very well!! Much better than an Audi, or Benz. But, I have driven a 997.1 Carrera, and it was a great car! I can understand why people like these so much!! I love the way this car looks! the new 992 looks bad.

[@timd7712]

NA all day everyday

[@fra93ilgrande]

YES 😮‍💨💦

[@theprepperrevelator]

I absolutely love that car!

[@scd]

So do we!

[@juliankent8875]

What an awesome video 👌

[@scd]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@juliankent8875]

Us car enthusiasts need more of this kind of stuff. Top gear has just lost it now. I get so much more entertainment and knowledge from you guys, Joe Achilles and Jay Em. 👌

[@Drzinqzee]

As amazing (and I mean AMAZING) as the 997 rs is, I still think the 3.8 991 gt3 has a better engine. I remember when that came out and being blown away. When it tips over 8500rpm it’s like a new world is open up for that final 500rpm. One day. I can dream!

[@scd]

There's definitely a case for the newer 991 engine - as Matt said, it brings its own charm to that car. But the 997 just wouldn't be complete with the Mezger! The 991 GT3 is definitely one of our dream cars too. Have a look on our channel, we reviewed one recently with a JCR exhaust...

[@Drzinqzee]

@@scd Yes very true. To be completely honest, saying all of that I’d probably still have a 997 GT3 over a 991.1😅👍🏼

[@franciscocabrerabrito5945]

Go for a stroker kit and make it 4.0. Sorted. You won't sell it ever anyway son no drama to lose value at all.

[@lop8828]

That upgrade is going to set you back around 8gs.

[@franciscocabrerabrito5945]

@@lop8828 yes. That's not even an 7% of the value of the car to get the performance of a GT3 RS 4.0 ...which is 4 times more expensive as he states. Don't think as a person who 8 grand is a considerable amount of money. Put the mod into context and think as a 997 GT3 RS owner who's got other cars. That mod is totally worthy and pocket money for a person that wealthy if he doesn't plan to sell it to a purist after some time.

[@SweetSpot909]

how does the 997.1 RS compare to the 997.2 RS?

[@bu9lu7]

Great car , porsche forever ❤️🇩🇪