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Porsche 356 1500 Carrera
General information | |
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| Model | Porsche 356 1500 Carrera |
| Year | 1955 |
| Category | Cabriolets/sport cars |
| Rating | 58.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 1498 ccm (91.41 cubic inches) |
| Seats | 4 |
| Drive | Rear wheels |
| Transmission | Manual, 4-speed |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine location | Rear, longitudinal |
| Displacement | 1498 ccm (91.41 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Boxer, 4 cylinder |
| Max power | 101.40 PS (75 kW or 100 HP) at 6200 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 119.00 Nm (12.1 kgf-m or 87.8 ft.lbs) at 5200 Rev. per min. |
| Compression | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel system | Carburetor |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Gearbox | Manual, 4-speed |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Top speed | 196.0 km/h (121.8 mph) |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.1193 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Chassis type | Coupe |
| Max no. of doors | 2 |
Steering, brakes and tires | |
| Front brakes | Drums |
| Rear brakes | Drums |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 850 kg (1,873.9 pounds) |
| Overall length | 3960 mm (155.9 inches) |
| Overall width | 1680 mm (66.1 inches) |
| Overall height | 1300 mm (51.2 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 170 mm (6.7 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2110 mm (83.1 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 52.0 litres (13.74 gallons) |
Other specifications | |
| Country of origin | Germany |
