Porsche 356 A Carrera 1959 specs
General information
| Model: | Porsche 356 A Carrera |
| Year: | 1959 |
| Category: | Sport cars |
| Manufacturer: | Porsche |
| Seats: | 4 |
Engine and transmission
| Valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Engine type: | Boxer, 4 cylinder |
| Engine location: | Rear, longitudinal |
| Displacement: | 1498 ccm |
| Max power: | 101 PS (75 kW) at 6200 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque: | 121 Nm at 5200 Rev. per min. |
| Bore x stroke: | 85 x 66 mm (3.3 x 2.6 inches) |
Main features, safety and ecconomy
| Fuel type: | Gasoline |
| Drive: | Rear wheels |
Speed and acceleration
| Power/weight ratio: | 0.1181 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior
| Max no. of doors: | 2 |
| Aerodynamic dragcoefisient: | 0.3 |
Steering, brakes and tires
| Front brakes: | Drums |
| Rear brakes: | Drums |
| Front tire dimensions: | 175/70-R15 |
| Rear tire dimensions: | 175/70-R15 |
Dimensions and weight
| Weight: | 855 kg (1885 pounds) |
| Overall length: | 3960 mm (155.9 inches) |
| Overall width: | 1680 mm (66.1 inches) |
| Overall height: | 1320 mm (52 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 2110 mm (83.1 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 52 litres (13.74 gallons) |
| Ground clearance: | 170 mm (6.7 inches) |
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