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Porsche 959 959 (1987–1988) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 2.8 AWD | 6 | 450 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Porsche 959 959 overview
The Porsche 959 (959) is the 1st generation of the 959, built from 1987 to 1988. It is offered as a Coupe with 1 engine (petrol), from 450 HP. The 2.8 (450 Hp) AWD accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.9 s, reaches a top speed of 315 km/h and is 4260 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Porsche 959 have?
The Porsche 959 (959) has 450 HP, depending on the engine: 2.8 Boxer (450 HP).
What engines are available for the Porsche 959?
The Porsche 959 is available with 1 engine: 2.8 Boxer (450 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Porsche 959?
The Porsche 959 is 4260 mm long, 1840 mm wide, 1280 mm tall, with a 2300 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Porsche 959?
The Porsche 959 2.8 (450 Hp) AWD goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.9 s and has a top speed of 315 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Porsche 959 |
|---|---|
| Year | 1987–1988 |
| Platform | Porsche 959 |
| Variant | 2.8 (450 Hp) AWD |
| Body type | coupe |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 2 |
Power & torque
| Power | 450 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 6500 rpm |
| Torque | 500 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 5000 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 315 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 3.9 s |
| 0–62 mph | 3.9 s |
Engine
| Engine code | 959.50 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2850 cc |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Configuration | boxer |
| Bore | 95.0 mm |
| Stroke | 67.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 8.3 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Twin Turbo Intercooler |
| Valvetrain | dohc |
| Oil capacity | 12.5 L |
| Coolant | 25.0 L |
| Engine layout | Rear Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | All wheel drive (4x4) |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives Permanently The Four Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 6 |
| Gearbox code | 6mt |
| Gearbox manufacturer | borgwarner |
Dimensions
| Length | 4260 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1840 mm |
| Height | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2300 mm |
| Front track | 1504 mm |
| Rear track | 1550 mm |
| Ground clearance | 120 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.1 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1450 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1940 kg |
| Max load | 490 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel urban | 17.5 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel extra urban | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel tank | 84.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Double Wishbone |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Double Wishbone |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 322x32 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 304x28 mm |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | Front wheel tires: 215/50 R17; 235/45 R17Rear wheel tires: 235/45 R17; 255/40 R17 |
| Wheel rims | Front wheel rims: 8J x 17Rear wheel rims: 9J x 17; 10J x 17 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 3.2 kg/Hp, 310.3 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 2.9 kg/Nm, 344.8 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1987 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 1988 |
| Front Overhang | 900 |
| Rear Overhang | 1060 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.