Porsche Is Developing A Unique Hypercar That Could Be On Its Way To A Renowned Garage | Carscoops
The teaser indicates that the production version of Porsche's Le Mans racer will feature more high-quality materials in its interior.
The one-off model remains faithful to Porsche's successful LMDh racer utilized in IMSA and WEC.
The street-legal prototype may have been specially designed for team leader Roger Penske.
The hybrid 4.6-liter V8 is likely to match the powertrain of the race car.
Transforming a race car built for specific purposes into a vehicle that's street legal is a challenging task, yet Porsche appears committed to achieving it once again. The company is set to unveil a road-legal version of its 963 LMDh prototype, named the 963 RSP. This unique creation draws inspiration from the legendary 911 GT1 Strassenversion, translating Porsche's endurance racing expertise into a model that doesn't need a pit crew to enjoy.
A brief teaser video released online by Porsche showcases their skilled craftsmen assembling the vehicle. It features them sanding the custom carbon fiber body, cutting pieces of the Alcantara upholstery, stitching different elements of the interior, and painting the car. The video also reveals the rear-mounted 963 RSP badge on this one-of-a-kind model.
It is believed that Porsche has minimized alterations in the transition of the 963 to a road-legal vehicle. For instance, it is suspected that they have updated the headlights and taillights, installed new side mirrors, and implemented several safety enhancements. The cabin is anticipated to closely resemble that of the endurance racer, though upgraded materials are expected to enhance comfort and usability.
The name of the vehicle may hint at its special owner. Penske manages Porsche's factory 963 program and last year secured four championships in both the IMSA and World Endurance Championships with the hybrid hypercar. Interestingly, the team owner, Roger Penske, shares the initials RSP, as noted by Road & Track.
If the car has indeed been made for Penske, such an arrangement is not without precedent for Porsche. In 1975, Porsche constructed a street version of the successor to the 917K for Count Gregorio Rossi di Montelera from Martini & Rossi, which once sponsored Porsche's factory team.
The RSP's powertrain should largely mirror that of the race car, featuring a 4.6-liter twin-turbocharged V8 paired with a hybrid system. This engine is limited to 670 hp to meet racing regulations, but it wouldn't be surprising if Porsche increased that output for the RSP, free from such constraints.
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