Frankfurt LIVE: 2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS

A $31,000 Weissach package adds carbon fiber anti-roll bars and magnesium wheels, shedding 40 pounds and reducing unsprung weight.

Porsche's new 911 GT2 RS has finally made its debut at the Frankfurt Auto Show.

The company has confirmed a jump to 700 horsepower for its 3.8-liter twin-turbo flat six engine, borrowed from the latest 911 Turbo S. The 80 extra ponies can be traced to larger turbochargers and a water injection system that helps reduce intake charge temperatures at high boost pressures.

The powertrain revisions also bump torque up to 553 pound-feet, a modest increase over the previous-generation GT2 RS. Power is delivered via a seven-speed dual-clutch PDK gear box and wide 325/30 ZR 21 rear tires.

With a wet curb weight of just 3,241 pounds, the GT2 is said to arrive at 60 mph in just 2.7 seconds and eventually hit 211 mph. For drivers who want to see for themselves, Porsche's ceramic composite brakes come standard.

Engineers and designers revised the 911's body panels to shed weight and improve downforce, with a bit of help from a gigantic rear wing.

Porsche is currently accepting orders for the GT2 RS. Prices start at $294,250, with an optional Weissach package that gains carbon anti-roll bars and magnesium wheels for $31,000.