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Porsche 356 Coupe Abarth

General information

ModelPorsche 356 Coupe Abarth
Year1960
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating58.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1587 ccm (96.84 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement1587 ccm (96.84 cubic inches)
Engine typeBoxer, 4 cylinder
Max power116.60 PS (86 kW or 115 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.8:1
Bore x stroke87.5 x 66.0 mm (3.4 x 2.6 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemAir
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed220.0 km/h (136.7 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.1495 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3550 litres (938 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight780 kg (1,719.6 pounds)
Overall length3990 mm (157.1 inches)
Overall width1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height1320 mm (52.0 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2110 mm (83.1 inches)
Fuel capacity52.0 litres (13.74 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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