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Porsche 924 Carrera GT

General information

ModelPorsche 924 Carrera GT
Year1979
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating57.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1984 ccm (121.06 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1984 ccm (121.06 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power210.6 PS (155 kW or 208 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque280.00 Nm (28.6 kgf-m or 206.5 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke86.5 x 84.4 mm (3.4 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemDry sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed241.0 km/h (149.8 mph)
0-60 miles6.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1789 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4030 litres (1,065 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1179 kg (2,599.3 pounds)
Overall length4330 mm (170.5 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1280 mm (50.4 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity84.0 litres (22.19 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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