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Porsche 911 Carrera

General information

ModelPorsche 911 Carrera
Year1977
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating36.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2994 ccm (182.69 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement2994 ccm (182.69 cubic inches)
Engine typeBoxer, 6 cylinder
Max power202.80 PS (149 kW or 200 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque260.00 Nm (26.5 kgf-m or 191.8 ft.lbs) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke95.0 x 70.4 mm (3.7 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemDry sump
Cooling systemAir
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1748 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Leg room front1060 mm (41.7 inches)
Passenger space3740 litres (988 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (468.5 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1160 kg (2,557.4 pounds)
Overall length4300 mm (169.3 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2280 mm (89.8 inches)
Fuel capacity79.0 litres (20.87 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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