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Porsche 911 SC

General information

ModelPorsche 911 SC
Year1978
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating57.6 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 power187.60 PS (138 kW or 185 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque265.00 Nm (27.0 kgf-m or 195.5 ft.lbs) at 4100 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemDry sump
Cooling systemAir
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1590 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3740 litres (988 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (421.3 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1180 kg (2,601.5 pounds)
Overall length4300 mm (169.3 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Wheelbase2280 mm (89.8 inches)
Fuel capacity80.0 litres (21.14 gallons)
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