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Dial It In: Engine Maps Unleashed
Engine maps play a crucial role in tailoring a car’s performance to track conditions, race strategy, and driving style.
Here’s how they differ across the main car classes:
GT3 Cars
Feature multiple engine maps (typically 8–12)
Adjust throttle response, fuel consumption, and power delivery
Designed for dry, wet, qualifying, endurance, and pace car scenarios
Offer the most flexibility and strategic depth
GT2 Cars
Deliver higher horsepower and lower downforce
Do not support adjustable engine maps in ACC
Performance is tuned via setup and driver input, not in-race mapping
GT4 Cars
Simplified and more accessible
No engine map customization available
Focus is on consistent handling, racecraft, and setup tuning
This cheat sheet breaks down each GT3 car’s engine maps to help you select the optimal setting for every condition
Aston Martin V8 Vantage GT3
Dry 1: High-Output
Most aggressive throttle
Max fuel use
Ideal for qualifying and high-speed circuits
Dry 2: Punchy
High power
Normal fuel use
Aggressive throttle curve for assertive race starts
Dry 3: Balanced
High power
Normal fuel use
Smoother throttle for consistent race pace
Dry 4: Fuel Saver/Endurance
Normal power
Low fuel use,
Progressive throttle
Optimized for long stints and fuel conservation
Wet 1: Damp Grip
High power
Normal fuel use
Lightly progressive throttle for transitional conditions
Wet 2: Wet Control
Normal power
Lower fuel use
Softer response for low traction surfaces
Wet 3
Normal power
Lower fuel use
Softest response for maximum wet grip
Pace Car: Safety Mode
Minimal power and fuel usage,
Used for safety car scenarios
Aston Martin V12 Vantage GT3
Dry 1: Peak Power
Max power
Max fuel use
Ideal for qualifying
Dry 2: Responsive
High power
Normal fuel use
Aggressive throttle
Dry 3: Progressive
High power
Normal fuel use
Progressive throttle
Dry 4: Fuel Saver/Endurance
Normal power
Low fuel use
Progressive throttle
Wet 1: Damp Grip
High power
Normal fuel use
Lightly progressive throttle
Wet 2: Wet Control
Normal power
Lower fuel use
Progressive throttle
Wet 3: Wet Precision
Normal power
Lower fuel use
More progressive throttle
Pace Car : Safety Mode
Least power and fuel use
Used for safety car scenarios
Audi R8 LMS GT3 / EVO / EVO II
Dry 1: Quali Sharp
Most aggressive throttle
Max fuel use
Ideal for qualifying and sprint races
Dry 2: Dry Punch
High power
Normal fuel use
Crisp throttle
Good for race starts and early stints
Dry 3: Dry Smooth
High power
Normal fuel use
Progressive throttle for consistent race pace
Dry 4: Fuel Saver
Normal power
Reduced fuel use
Smoother throttle
Optimized for endurance and fuel conservation
Wet 1: Damp Assist
High power
Normal fuel use
Lightly progressive throttle for transitional grip
Wet 2: Wet Control
Normal power
Lower fuel use
Helps manage low traction
Wet 3: Wet Precision
Normal power
Lower fuel use
Softest throttle response
Maximum wet grip
Pace Car: Safety Mode
Minimal power and fuel usage
Used for safety car scenarios
Bentley Continental GT3 2016-2018
Dry 1: Max Power
Most aggressive throttle
Highest fuel use
Ideal for qualifying and high-speed circuits
Dry 2: Dry Sharp
High power
Normal fuel use
Punchy and responsive
Aggressive throttle map
Dry 3: Dry Smooth
High power
Normal fuel use
Smoother curve for race consistency
Progressive throttle map
Dry 4: Fuel Saver
Normal power
Low fuel use
Same throttle curve as Map 3
Reduced fuel delivery
Wet 1: Damp Assist
High power
Normal fuel use
Lightly wet throttle map
Helps in transitional conditions
Wet 2: Wet Control
Normal power
Lower fuel use
Softer response for low grip
Wet 3: Wet Precision
Normal power
Lower fuel use
Maximum wet traction
Pace Car
Least power and fuel use
Used for safety car scenarios
BMW M6 GT3
Dry 1: Torque Max
Most aggressive throttle
Max fuel use
Ideal for qualifying and high-power circuits
Sharp throttle response
Dry 2: Dry Sharp
High power
Normal fuel use
Crisp throttle for race starts and early stints
Slightly softened throttle
Dry 3: Dry Smooth
High power
Normal fuel use
Progressive throttle for consistent race pace
Engineering Mode
Engineering/testing mode
Not recommended for racing
Pace Car: Safety Mode
Minimal power and fuel usage
Used for safety car scenarios
Wet 1: Damp Assist
High power
Normal fuel use
Lightly progressive throttle for transitional grip
Non-linear throttle for damp conditions
Wet 2: Wet Control
Normal power
Lower fuel use
Helps manage low traction
Wet 3: Wet Precision
Normal power
Lower fuel use
Softest throttle response
Maximum wet grip
BMW M4 GT3
Dry 1: Quali Boost
Sharpest throttle response
Max fuel use
Ideal for qualifying laps
Dry 2: Dry Attack
High power
Crisp throttle
Great for aggressive race starts
Dry 3: Dry Smooth
High power
Progressive throttle
Optimized for consistent race pace
Dry 4: Fuel Saver
Normal power
Reduced fuel use
Ideal for long stints or strategy runs
Pace Car: Safety Mode
Minimal power
Minimal fuel usage
Used during safety car periods
Wet 1: Damp Assist
High power
Lightly progressive throttle
Helps in transitional grip conditions
Wet 2: Wet Control
Normal power
Lower fuel use
Wet throttle map for low traction
Wet 3: Wet Precision
Normal power
Lowest fuel use
Softest throttle response for maximum wet grip
Ferrari 488 GT3 / EVO
Dry 1: Quali Sharp
Most aggressive throttle
Max fuel use
Ideal for qualifying
Dry 2: Dry Punch
High power
Crisp throttle
Great for race starts
Dry 3: Dry Smooth
High power
Progressive throttle
Optimized for race consistency
Dry 4: Fuel Saver
Normal power
Reduced fuel use
Ideal for endurance stints
Dry 5: Endurance
Smooth throttle
Lowest fuel use
Designed for long-distance races
Wet 1: Wet Control
Non-linear throttle
Helps manage grip in damp conditions
Wet 2: Wet Grip
Softer response
Reduces wheelspin in low traction
Wet 3: Wet Precision
Maximum wet grip
Minimal throttle sensitivity for tight control
Ferrari 296 GT3
Dry 1: Quali Sharp
Very sharp throttle
Binary-like response
Ideal for qualifying laps
Dry 2: Dry Punch
Crisp throttle
Performance-focused
Great for aggressive race starts
Dry 3: Dry Smooth
Balanced throttle for consistent race pace
Dry 4: Fuel Saver
Softer throttle curve
Helps reduce fuel use during long stints
Dry 5: Endurance
Smoothest dry throttle
Ideal for maximizing consistency
Wet 1: Damp Assist
Non-linear throttle
Helps manage grip in transitional conditions
Wet 2: Wet Control
Softer response
Reduces wheelspin in low traction environments
Wet 3: Wet Precision
Maximum wet grip
Minimal throttle sensitivity for tight control
Emergency: Cooling
Prioritizes engine cooling
Lowest power delivery
Pace Car: Safety Mode
Minimal throttle and fuel use
Used during safety car periods
Honda NSX GT3 / EVO
Dry 1: Quali Sharp
Most aggressive throttle
Max fuel use
Ideal for qualifying
Dry 2: Dry Punch
High power
Crisp throttle
Great for race starts
Dry 3: Dry Smooth
High power
Progressive throttle
Optimized for race consistency
Dry 4: Fuel Saver
Normal power
Reduced fuel use
Ideal for long stints
Wet 1: Damp Assist
High power
Lightly progressive throttle
Helps in transitional grip conditions
Wet 2: Wet Control
Normal power
Lower fuel use
Wet throttle map one for low traction
Wet 3: Wet Precision
Normal power
Lowest fuel use
Softest throttle response for maximum wet grip
Pace Car: Safety Mode
Minimal power and fuel usage
Used during safety car periods
Jaguar XKR-S GT3
Dry 1: Power Max
Most aggressive throttle
Max fuel use
Ideal for qualifying and high-speed circuits
Dry 2: Dry Balanced
High power
Normal fuel use
Smoother throttle for race consistency
Dry 3: Endurance
Normal power
Reduced fuel use
Optimized for long stints
Wet 1: Wet Control
High power
Progressive throttle
Helps manage grip in damp conditions
Wet 2: Wet Grip
Normal power
Lower fuel use
Softer response for low traction
Wet 3: Wet Precision
Normal power
Lowest fuel use — softest throttle response for maximum wet grip
Lamborghini Huracán GT3 / EVO
Dry 1: Quali Sharp
Most aggressive throttle
Max fuel use
Ideal for qualifying and short stints
Dry 2: Dry Punch
High power, crisp throttle
Great for race starts and aggressive driving
Dry 3: Dry Smooth
High power
Progressive throttle
Optimized for consistent race pace
Dry 4: Fuel Saver
Normal power
Reduced fuel use
Ideal for endurance strategy
Wet 1: Damp Assist
High power
Lightly progressive throttle
Helps in transitional grip conditions
Wet 2: Wet Control
Normal power
Lower fuel use
Wet throttle map for low traction
Wet 3: Wet Precision
Normal power
Lowest fuel use
Softest throttle response for maximum wet grip
Pace Car: Safety Mode
Minimal power and fuel usage
Used during safety car periods
Lamborghini Huracán GT3 EVO II
All five maps deliver identical power and throttle response
But differ in engine braking strength
But differ in engine braking strength
Light Braking
Least aggressive engine braking
Smoother off-throttle transitions
Moderate Braking
Slight increase in engine drag
Useful for mid-speed corners
Balanced Braking
Default race setting
Good compromise for most tracks
Strong Braking
Increased engine drag
Helps rotate the car under braking
Max Braking
Most aggressive engine braking — ideal for tight, technical circuits
Lexus RC F GT3
Dry 1: Power Max
Most aggressive throttle
Max fuel use
Ideal for qualifying and high-speed circuits
Dry 2: Dry Balanced
High power
Normal fuel use
Smoother throttle for race consistency
Dry 3: Endurance
Normal power
Reduced fuel use
Optimized for long stints
Wet 1: Wet Control
Progressive throttle
Helps manage grip in damp or low-traction conditions
Pace Car: Safety Mode
Minimal power and fuel usage
Used during safety car periods
McLaren 650S GT3
Dry 1: Quali Boost
Sharpest throttle response
Max fuel use
Ideal for qualifying laps
Dry 2: Dry Attack
High power
Crisp throttle
Great for aggressive race starts
Dry 3: Dry Smooth
High power
Progressive throttle
Optimized for consistent race pace
Dry 4: Fuel Saver
Normal power
Reduced fuel use
Ideal for endurance stints
Wet 1: Damp Assist
High power
Lightly progressive throttle
Helps in transitional grip conditions
Wet 2: Wet Control
Normal power
Lower fuel use
Wet throttle map one for low traction
Wet 3: Wet Precision
Normal power
Lowest fuel use
Softest throttle response for maximum wet grip
Pace Car: Safety Mode
Minimal power and fuel usage
Used during safety car periods
McLaren 720S GT3 / EVO
Dry 1: Quali Max
Sharpest throttle
Max fuel use
Ideal for qualifying
Dry 2: Dry Attack
High power
Crisp throttle
Great for race starts
Dry 3: Dry Balanced
High power
Progressive throttle
Optimized for race consistency
Dry 4: Dry Smooth
Slightly softened throttle
Helps reduce fatigue over long stints
Dry 5: Fuel Saver
Normal power
Reduced fuel use
Ideal for endurance strategy
Wet 1: Damp Assist
High power
Lightly progressive throttle
Transitional grip conditions
Wet 2: Wet Control
Normal power
Lower fuel use
Wet throttle map one
Wet 3: Wet Grip
Normal power
Lowest fuel use
Soft throttle for low traction
Wet 4: Wet Precision
Maximum wet grip
Minimal throttle sensitivity
Emergency: Engine Cooling
Prioritizes cooling
Reduced power output
Pace Car: Safety Mode
Minimal power and fuel use
Used during safety car periods
Reserved: Diagnostic
Reserved for testing
Not used in racing scenarios
Mercedes-AMG GT3 / EVO
Dry 1: Quali Max
Sharpest throttle
Max fuel use
Ideal for qualifying
Dry 2: Dry Attack
High power
Crisp throttle
Great for aggressive race starts
Dry 3: Dry Smooth
High power
Progressive throttle
Optimized for race consistency
Dry 4: Fuel Saver
Normal power
Reduced fuel use
Ideal for endurance stints
Wet 1: Damp Assist
High power
Lightly progressive throttle
Transitional grip conditions
Wet 2: Wet Control
Normal power
Lower fuel use
Wet throttle map one for low traction
Wet 3: Wet Grip
Normal power
Lowest fuel use
Soft throttle for wet conditions
Wet 4: Wet Precision
Maximum wet grip
Minimal throttle sensitivity
Emergency: Engine Cooling
Prioritizes cooling
Reduced power output
Pace Car: Safety Mode
Minimal power and fuel use
Used during safety car periods
Nissan GT-R NISMO GT3 2016-2018
Dry 1: Quali Max
Sharpest throttle
Max fuel use
Ideal for qualifying
Dry 2: Dry Attack
High power
Crisp throttle
Great for aggressive race starts
Dry 3: Dry Smooth
High power
Progressive throttle
Optimized for race consistency
Dry 4: Fuel Saver
Normal power
Reduced fuel use
Ideal for endurance stints
Wet 1: Damp Assist
High power
Lightly progressive throttle
Transitional grip conditions
Wet 2: Wet Control
Normal power
Lower fuel use
Wet throttle map one for low traction
Wet 3: Wet Grip
Normal power
Lowest fuel use
Soft throttle for wet conditions
Pace Car: Safety Mode
Minimal power and fuel usage
Used during safety car periods
Porsche 991 GT3-R / EVO
Dry 1: Sharp
Normal power
Normal fuel use
Least progressive throttle
Most aggressive dry map
Dry 2: Responsive
Normal power
Normal fuel use
Less progressive throttle
Slightly softened for stability
Dry 3: Balanced
Normal power
Normal fuel use
Progressive throttle
Smooth and consistent for race pace
Wet 1: Linear
Normal power
Normal fuel use
Linear throttle
Predictable in low‑grip or wet conditions
Dry 4: High Power Sharp
High power
High fuel use
Least progressive throttle
Aggressive race map
Quali 1: Progressive
Qualifying power
Qualifying fuel use
Progressive throttle
Balance of speed and control
Quali 2: Linear
Qualifying power
Qualifying fuel use
Linear throttle
Maximum attack for hot laps
Quali 3: Linear
Qualifying power
Qualifying fuel use
Linear throttle
Common dry quali choice
Fuel Save:
Low power
Low fuel use
Progressive throttle
Extreme fuel saving for long runs
Pace Car:
Very low power & fuel use
For safety car or pit lane situations
Porsche 992 GT3-R
Dry 1: Sharp
Normal power
Normal fuel use
Least progressive throttle
Most aggressive dry map
Dry 2: Responsive
Normal power
Normal fuel use
Less progressive throttle
Slightly softened for stability
Dry 3: Balanced
Normal power
Normal fuel use
Progressive throttle
Smooth and consistent for race pace
Wet 1: Linear
Normal power
Normal fuel use
Linear throttle
Predictable in low‑grip or wet conditions
Dry 4: High Power Sharp
High power
High fuel use
Least progressive throttle
Aggressive race map
Quali 1: Progressive
Qualifying power
Qualifying fuel use
Progressive throttle
Balance of speed and control
Quali 2: Linear
Qualifying power
Qualifying fuel use
Linear throttle
Maximum attack for hot laps
Quali 3: Linear
Qualifying power
Qualifying fuel use
Linear throttle
Common dry quali choice
Fuel Save:
Low power
Low fuel use
Progressive throttle
Extreme fuel saving for long runs
Pace Car:
Very low power & fuel use
For safety car or pit lane situations
Reiter Engineering
Lamborghini Gallardo R-EX GT3
Dry 1: Quali Max
Sharpest throttle
Max fuel use
Ideal for qualifying and short sprints
Dry 2: Dry Attack
High power
Crisp throttle
Great for aggressive race starts
Dry 3: Dry Smooth
High power
Progressive throttle
Better for tyre and fuel management
Dry 4: Fuel Saver
Normal power
Reduced fuel use
Endurance‑friendly map
Wet 1: Damp Assist
High power
Lightly progressive throttle
Transitional grip conditions
Wet 2: Wet Control
Normal power
Lower fuel use
Wet throttle map one for low traction
Wet 3: Wet Precision
Normal power
Lowest fuel use
Softest throttle for maximum wet grip
Pace Car: Safety Mode
Minimal power and fuel usage
For safety car or pit lane situations
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