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Porsche 959 1983
General information | |
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| Model | Porsche 959 |
| Year | 1983 |
| Category | Cabriolets/sport cars |
| Rating | 62.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 2849 ccm (173.85 cubic inches) |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
| Drive | Rear wheels |
| Transmission | Manual, 6-speed |
Engine and transmission | |
| Displacement | 2849 ccm (173.85 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Boxer, 6 cylinder |
| Max power | 450.00 PS (331 kW or 444 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 510.00 Nm (52.0 kgf-m or 376.2 ft.lbs) at 5500 Rev. per min. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Gearbox | Manual, 6-speed |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.3103 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Passenger space | 4170 litres (1,102 gallons) |
| Aerodynamic dragcoefisient | 0.3 |
Steering, brakes and tires | |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disks |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated disks |
| Brake details | Antiblocking system (ABS) |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 1450 kg (3,196.7 pounds) |
| Overall length | 4270 mm (168.1 inches) |
| Overall width | 1850 mm (72.8 inches) |
| Overall height | 1290 mm (50.8 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2280 mm (89.8 inches) |
Other specifications | |
| Country of origin | Germany |
