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Porsche 356
General information | |
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| Model | Porsche 356 |
| Year | 1952 |
| Category | Small city/economy cars |
| Rating | 59 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 1131 ccm (69.01 cubic inches) |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
| Seats | 2 |
| Drive | Rear wheels |
| Transmission | Manual, 4-speed |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine location | Rear, longitudinal |
| Displacement | 1131 ccm (69.01 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Inline, 4 cylinder |
| Max power | 39.00 PS (29 kW or 38 HP) at 4200 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 106.00 Nm (10.8 kgf-m or 78.2 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min. |
| Compression | 7.0:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 80.1 x 74.0 mm (3.2 x 2.9 inches) |
| Fuel system | Carburetor |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Gearbox | Manual, 4-speed |
Speed and acceleration | |
| 0-50 miles | 10.6 seconds |
| 0-60 miles | 17.0 seconds |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0500 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Chassis type | Coupe |
| Max no. of doors | 2 |
| Passenger space | 3480 litres (919 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires | |
| Front brakes | Drums |
| Rear brakes | Drums |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 780 kg (1,719.6 pounds) |
| Overall length | 3860 mm (152.0 inches) |
| Overall width | 1670 mm (65.7 inches) |
| Overall height | 1310 mm (51.6 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2110 mm (83.1 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 79.0 litres (20.87 gallons) |
Other specifications | |
| Country of origin | Germany |
