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Porsche 911 996 (1997–2001) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Gen 5
1997 - 2006
996
Coupe
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Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Fuel
Fuel
Combined
Combined
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | Carrera 4 3.4 Tiptronic S | 6 | 300 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | GT3 3.6 | 6 | 380 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Porsche 911 996 overview
The Porsche 911 (996) is the 5th generation of the 911, built from 1997 to 2001. It is offered as a Coupe with 2 engines (petrol), from 300 HP to 360 HP. The Carrera RS 2.7 (210 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.3 s, reaches a top speed of 240 km/h and is 4147 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Porsche 911 have?
The Porsche 911 (996) has 300 HP to 360 HP, depending on the engine: 3.4 M96 (300 HP), 3.6 Mezger (360 HP).
What engines are available for the Porsche 911?
The Porsche 911 is available with 2 engines: 3.4 M96 (300 HP, petrol), 3.6 Mezger (360 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Porsche 911?
The Porsche 911 is 4147 mm long, 1652 mm wide, 1320 mm tall, with a 2271 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Porsche 911?
The Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 (210 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.3 s and has a top speed of 240 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Porsche 911 Coupe F |
|---|---|
| Year | 1972–1973 |
| Platform | Porsche 911 |
| Variant | Carrera RS 2.7 (210 Hp) |
| Body type | coupe |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 2 |
Power & torque
| Power | 210 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 6300 rpm |
| Torque | 255 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 5100 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 240 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 6.3 s |
| 0–62 mph | 6.3 s |
Engine
| Engine code | M911.83 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2687 cc |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Configuration | boxer |
| Bore | 90.0 mm |
| Stroke | 70.4 mm |
| Compression ratio | 8.5 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Oil capacity | 10.0 L |
| Engine layout | Rear Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 5 |
| Gearbox code | 5mt |
| Gearbox manufacturer | porsche |
Dimensions
| Length | 4147 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1652 mm |
| Height | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2271 mm |
| Front track | 1372 mm |
| Rear track | 1394 mm |
| Boot space | 0 – 200 L |
| Ground clearance | 150 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.7 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1075 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1400 kg |
| Max load | 325 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 10.8 L/100km |
|---|
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Spring Strut Wishbone |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Trailing Arm |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 282 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 290 mm |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Tire size | Front wheel tires: 185/70 R15Rear wheel tires: 215/60 R15 |
| Wheel rims | Front wheel rims: 6J x 15Rear wheel rims: 7J x 15 |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 5.1 kg/Hp, 195.3 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 4.2 kg/Nm, 237.2 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1972 |
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| End Of Production | 1973 |
Performance
Engine speed (1k/rpm)
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.
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