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Porsche 917 917 (1969–1970) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Gen 1
1969 - 1970
917
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Engines
Quick Specs
Fuel
Fuel
Combined
Combined
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 4.5 V12 | 5 | 520 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Porsche 917 917 overview
The Porsche 917 (917) is the 1st generation of the 917, built from 1969 to 1970. It is offered as a Coupe with 1 engine (petrol), from 520 HP. The 4.5 V12 (520 Hp) reaches a top speed of 320 km/h and is 4290 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Porsche 917 have?
The Porsche 917 (917) has 520 HP, depending on the engine: 4.5 Flat12 (520 HP).
What engines are available for the Porsche 917?
The Porsche 917 is available with 1 engine: 4.5 Flat12 (520 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Porsche 917?
The Porsche 917 is 4290 mm long, 1880 mm wide, 920 mm tall, with a 2300 mm wheelbase.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Porsche 917 |
|---|---|
| Year | 1969–1970 |
| Platform | Porsche 917 |
| Variant | 4.5 V12 (520 Hp) |
| Body type | coupe |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 2 |
| Doors | 2 |
Power & torque
| Power | 520 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 8000 rpm |
| Torque | 451 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 6800 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 320 km/h |
|---|
Engine
| Engine code | 912.00 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4494 cc |
| Cylinders | 12 |
| Configuration | 180° flat V-engine |
| Bore | 85.0 mm |
| Stroke | 66.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | dohc |
| 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 | 4290 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1880 mm |
| Height | 920 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2300 mm |
| Front track | 1488 mm |
| Rear track | 1457 mm |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 896 kg |
|---|
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Independent Coil Spring Transverse Stabilizer |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent Coil Spring Transverse Stabilizer |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Wheel rims | Front wheel rims: 9J x 15Rear wheel rims: 12J x 15 |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 1.7 kg/Hp, 580.4 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 2 kg/Nm, 503.3 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1969 |
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| End Of Production | 1970 |
Performance
Engine speed (1k/rpm)
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.
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