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Porsche 911 SC

General information

ModelPorsche 911 SC
Year1980
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating56.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

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

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement2994 ccm (182.69 cubic inches)
Engine typeBoxer, 6 cylinder
Max power174.40 PS (128 kW or 172 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque256.00 Nm (26.1 kgf-m or 188.8 ft.lbs) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Compression9.8:1
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

Top speed227.0 km/h (141.1 mph)
0-60 miles6.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1557 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Leg room front1060 mm (41.7 inches)
Passenger space4030 litres (1,065 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 235 mm
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1122 kg (2,473.6 pounds)
Overall length4300 mm (169.3 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2270 mm (89.4 inches)
Fuel capacity80.0 litres (21.14 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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