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Porsche 356 B 1600S Super
General information | |
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| Model | Porsche 356 B 1600S Super |
| Year | 1959 |
| Category | Cabriolets/sport cars |
| Rating | 57.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 1582 ccm (96.53 cubic inches) |
| Seats | 2 |
| Drive | Rear wheels |
| Transmission | Manual, 4-speed |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine location | Rear, longitudinal |
| Displacement | 1582 ccm (96.53 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Boxer, 4 cylinder |
| Max power | 76.00 PS (56 kW or 75 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 119.00 Nm (12.1 kgf-m or 87.8 ft.lbs) at 3700 Rev. per min. |
| Compression | 8.5:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 82.5 x 74.0 mm (3.2 x 2.9 inches) |
| Fuel system | Carburetor |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Gearbox | Manual, 4-speed |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0907 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Chassis type | Coupe |
| Max no. of doors | 2 |
| Passenger space | 3550 litres (938 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires | |
| Turn circle | 11 m (433.1 inches) |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 838 kg (1,847.5 pounds) |
| Overall length | 3960 mm (155.9 inches) |
| Overall width | 1670 mm (65.7 inches) |
| Overall height | 1310 mm (51.6 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 170 mm (6.7 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2110 mm (83.1 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 52.0 litres (13.74 gallons) |
