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Porsche 911 Carrera 4

General information

ModelPorsche 911 Carrera 4
Year1988
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating54.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3598 ccm (219.55 cubic inches)
Seats4
Drive4WD
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement3598 ccm (219.55 cubic inches)
Engine typeBoxer, 6 cylinder
Max power249.40 PS (183 kW or 246 HP) at 6100 Rev. per min.
Max torque310.00 Nm (31.6 kgf-m or 228.7 ft.lbs) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Compression11.3:1
Bore x stroke100.0 x 76.4 mm (3.9 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemDry sump
Cooling systemAir
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed260.0 km/h (161.6 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.2 seconds
0-50 miles4.7 seconds
0-60 miles5.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1720 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)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1450 kg (3,196.7 pounds)
Overall length4260 mm (167.7 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2270 mm (89.4 inches)
Fuel capacity77.0 litres (20.34 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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