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Porsche 911 Carrera 2.7 RS

General information

ModelPorsche 911 Carrera 2.7 RS
Year1972
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating55.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2687 ccm (163.96 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement2687 ccm (163.96 cubic inches)
Engine typeBoxer, 6 cylinder
Max power212.90 PS (157 kW or 210 HP) at 6300 Rev. per min.
Max torque255.00 Nm (26.0 kgf-m or 188.1 ft.lbs) at 5100 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke90.0 x 70.4 mm (3.5 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemDry sump
Cooling systemAir
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed241.0 km/h (149.8 mph)
0-60 miles5.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2028 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Leg room front1060 mm (41.7 inches)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1056 kg (2,328.1 pounds)
Overall length4110 mm (161.8 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2280 mm (89.8 inches)
Fuel capacity85.0 litres (22.46 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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