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Porsche Boxster

General information

ModelPorsche Boxster
Year1997
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating63.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2498 ccm (152.43 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear
Displacement2498 ccm (152.43 cubic inches)
Engine typeBoxer, 6 cylinder
Max power203.00 PS (149 kW or 200 HP)
Max torque245.44 Nm (25.0 kgf-m or 181.0 ft.lbs)
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke86.4 x 71.1 mm (3.4 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed239.0 km/h (148.5 mph)
0-60 miles6.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1765 PS/kg

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (460.6 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1150 kg (2,535.3 pounds)
Overall length4350 mm (171.3 inches)
Overall width1790 mm (70.5 inches)
Overall height1300 mm (51.2 inches)
Ground clearance110 mm (4.3 inches)
Wheelbase2420 mm (95.3 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Aprox price as new USD40040
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