Porsche 963 - The Ultimate Guide
Cutting-edge, Hybrid-powered Endurance Racer
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Porsche 963 Basics
Manufacturer: Porsche
Production Years: 2022 - Present
Category: LMDh
Predecessor (LMP1): Porsche 919 Hybrid
Predecessor (LMP2): Porsche RS Spyder
Chassis: LMP2-based carbon-fibre monocoque with aluminium honeycomb core
Suspension (front): Double wishbones, pushrods
Suspension (rear): Double wishbones, pushrods
Length: 5,100 mm (200.8 in)
Width: 2,000 mm (78.7 in)
Height: 1,060 mm (41.7 in)
Wheelbase: 3,148 mm (123.9 in)
Engine: Porsche 9RD 4,593 cc (280.3 cu in) 90° V8 twin-turbo, 32-valve, DOHC mid-engine
Electric motor: Rear 50 kW (68 PS; 67 hp) spec
Transmission: Xtrac 7-speed sequential
Power: 500 kW (680 PS; 671 hp)
Weight: 1,030 kg (2,270.8 lb)
The Porsche 963 is a sports prototype racing car developed by Porsche for endurance racing, specifically designed to compete in the Le Mans Hypercar (LMH) category of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) and the IMSA SportsCar Championship's GTP class. The car marks Porsche's return to the top class of international sports car racing, a field in which the German manufacturer has a storied history, including numerous victories at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The 963 was officially unveiled in 2022, showcasing Porsche's commitment to both innovation in motorsports and its long-term strategy in hybrid technology.
The vehicle is built around a carbon fiber monocoque chassis and features a hybrid powertrain. This powertrain combines a twin-turbocharged internal combustion engine with an electric motor, aligning with the new regulations that encourage hybrid technologies for improved efficiency and performance.
Porsche's approach with the 963 is to provide a car that not only performs at the highest levels of motorsport but also serves as a test bed for developing technologies that can trickle down to its road-going vehicles. This aligns with the broader automotive industry's push towards electrification and sustainable mobility solutions. The introduction of the Porsche 963 into the LMH category brings a significant manufacturer back into the fold of prototype racing, promising to elevate the competition and excitement for fans of endurance racing. Porsche's history of success in this arena, including their record 19 overall victories at Le Mans, sets high expectations for the 963's performance in the World Endurance Championship and beyond.
As the 963 participates in races and competes against other manufacturers in the LMH and GTP classes, it will be interesting to see how Porsche's latest endurance racer writes its chapter in the annals of motorsport history.
Porsche 963 Variant Guides
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Porsche 963 Videos & Action
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