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Porsche 959 2.8 (450 Hp) AWD - view

Porsche 959 2.8 • 450 HP • AWD

Coupe6-speed manualAll Wheel Drive1987-1988
450 HP
Power
3.9 sec
0-100 km/h
315 km/h
Top Speed
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Type

Basic Information

Body TypeCoupe
Doors2
Seats4
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
PowertrainInternal Combustion Engine

Performance

0-100 km/h3.9 sec
0-60 mph3.7 sec
Top Speed315 km/h

Powertrain

Power450 HP @ 6500 rpm
Torque500 Nm @ 5000 rpm
Engine
Displacement2850 cc
Engine Code959.50
Engine LayoutRear, Longitudinal
Cylinders6
ConfigurationBoxer
Compression8.3:1
AspirationTwin-Turbo, Intercooler
Valves/Cyl4
Bore95 mm
Stroke67 mm
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel InjectionMulti-port manifold injection
Oil Capacity12.5 L
Coolant Cap.25 L

Suspension & Chassis

Suspension
Front Susp.Double wishbone
Rear Susp.Double wishbone
Brakes
Front BrakesVentilated discs, 322x32 mm
Rear BrakesVentilated discs, 304x28 mm
Steering & Wheels
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
TiresFront wheel tires: 215/50 R17; 235/45 R17, Rear wheel tires: 235/45 R17; 255/40 R17
Wheel RimsFront wheel rims: 8J x 17, Rear wheel rims: 9J x 17; 10J x 17
Assist SystemsABS

Dimensions & Weight

Dimensions
Length4260 mm
Width1840 mm
Height1280 mm
Wheelbase2300 mm
Front Overhang900 mm
Rear Overhang1060 mm
Ground Clearance180 mm
Front Track1504 mm
Rear Track1550 mm
Turning Circle11.1 m
Drag Coeff.0.31 Cd
Weight & Capacity
Curb Weight1450 kg
Max Weight1940 kg

Fuel Consumption & Emissions

Consumption
City17.5 L/100km
Emissions
Fuel Tank & Alternatives
Fuel Tank84 L

Transmission & Drivetrain

Type6-speed manual
Gears6
Drive Config.All Wheel Drive

Additional Specs

Approach12 °
Departure16 °

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