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Porsche 968 968 (1991–1995) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 3.0 16V Tiptronic | 6 | 240 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Porsche 968 968 overview
The Porsche 968 (968) is the 1st generation of the 968, built from 1991 to 1995. It is offered as a Cabriolet with 2 engines (petrol), from 240 HP to 305 HP. The 3.0 16V (240 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.5 s, reaches a top speed of 252 km/h and is 4320 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Porsche 968 have?
The Porsche 968 (968) has 240 HP to 305 HP, depending on the engine: 3.0 M44 (240 HP), 3.0 M44 (305 HP).
What engines are available for the Porsche 968?
The Porsche 968 is available with 2 engines: 3.0 M44 (240 HP, petrol), 3.0 M44 (305 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Porsche 968?
The Porsche 968 is 4320 mm long, 1735 mm wide, 1275 mm tall, with a 2400 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Porsche 968?
The Porsche 968 3.0 16V (240 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.5 s and has a top speed of 252 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Porsche 968 Cabrio |
|---|---|
| Year | 1991–1995 |
| Platform | Porsche 968 |
| Variant | 3.0 16V (240 Hp) |
| Body type | cabriolet |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 2 |
| Doors | 2 |
Power & torque
| Power | 240 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 6200 rpm |
| Torque | 305 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 4100 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 252 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 6.5 s |
| 0–62 mph | 6.5 s |
Engine
| Engine code | M44.43 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2990 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 104.0 mm |
| Stroke | 88.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | dohc |
| Oil capacity | 7.0 L |
| Coolant | 8.0 L |
| Engine layout | Front 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 | 6 |
| Gearbox code | 6mt |
| Gearbox manufacturer | porsche |
Dimensions
| Length | 4320 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1735 mm |
| Height | 1275 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2400 mm |
| Front track | 1470 mm |
| Rear track | 1450 mm |
| Boot space | 225 – 510 L |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1440 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1790 kg |
| Max load | 350 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 8.8 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel urban | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel extra urban | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel tank | 74.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Independent Type Mcpherson With Coil Spring And Anti Roll Bar |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Transverse Stabilizer Trailing Arm Torsion |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 298 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 299 mm |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | Front wheel tires: 205/55 R16; 225/45 R17Rear wheel tires: 225/50 R16; 255/40 R17 |
| Wheel rims | Front wheel rims: 7J x 16; 7.5J x 17Rear wheel rims: 8J x 16; 9J x 17 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 6 kg/Hp, 166.7 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 4.7 kg/Nm, 211.8 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1991 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 1995 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.