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Porsche 356 A Speedster 1500

General information

ModelPorsche 356 A Speedster 1500
Year1955
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating55.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1488 ccm (90.80 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement1488 ccm (90.80 cubic inches)
Engine typeBoxer, 4 cylinder
Max power71.00 PS (52 kW or 70 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Valves per cylinder2
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0934 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight760 kg (1,675.5 pounds)
Overall length3960 mm (155.9 inches)
Overall width1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height1230 mm (48.4 inches)
Wheelbase2110 mm (83.1 inches)
Fuel capacity52.0 litres (13.74 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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