The Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) system, first offered as an option on the new 911 Turbo, is standard on the 911 GT2. The PCCB system is the first ceramic composite brake disc system offered on a production car, and its ceramic composite discs weigh about 50 percent less than conventional cast iron discs, which reduces unsprung mass and improves suspension response. The 911 GT2 also has larger wheels and tires than the 911 Turbo, a one-piece fixed rear spoiler, larger front air intakes and a new air intake ahead of the front hood.
"Porsche is very honored to receive this great award and to be recognized by MotorWeek, which every week offers objective and insightful information to automotive consumers," said Frederick J. Schwab, president and CEO of Porsche Cars North America. "This year the Porsche GT2 has taken its place at the top of the Porsche model line, and this award is a fitting jewel in the car's crown."
The 2002 MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Awards are based on a compilation of criteria such as superior performance, technology, practicality and dollar value, and they are chosen by a 10-person team of judges comprised of the MotorWeek journalists, staff and crew. In addition to the Best Dream Machine category, the other categories include Best Small Car, Best Family Sedan, Best Minivan, Best Convertible, Best Luxury Sedan, Best Sport Sedan, Best Performance Car, Best Small Sport Utility Vehicle, Best Family Sport Utility Vehicle, Best Pickup Truck, and Best Cross-Over Vehicle.