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Porsche 356 Convertible

General information

ModelPorsche 356 Convertible
Year1959
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating53.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear
Displacement1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power75.7 PS (56 kW or 75 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Valves per cylinder2

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0889 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3550 litres (938 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight855 kg (1,885.0 pounds)
Overall length4020 mm (158.3 inches)
Overall width1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height1230 mm (48.4 inches)
Wheelbase2130 mm (83.9 inches)
Fuel capacity52.0 litres (13.74 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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