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Porsche 911 Cabriolet

General information

ModelPorsche 911 Cabriolet
Year1981
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3164 ccm (193.07 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement3164 ccm (193.07 cubic inches)
Engine typeBoxer, 6 cylinder
Max power234.9 PS (173 kW or 232 HP) at 5900 Rev. per min.
Max torque284.00 Nm (29.0 kgf-m or 209.5 ft.lbs) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Compression10.3:1
Bore x stroke95.0 x 74.4 mm (3.7 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemDry sump
Cooling systemAir
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed246.0 km/h (152.9 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.3 seconds
0-50 miles4.7 seconds
0-60 miles6.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1867 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3740 litres (988 gallons)
Cargo space100 litres (26 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1260 kg (2,777.8 pounds)
Overall length4300 mm (169.3 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Wheelbase2270 mm (89.4 inches)
Fuel capacity80.0 litres (21.14 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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