Porsche 959 Specs

(1987 - 1988) - Technical Specifications for Years 1987, 1988
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Key Specs

Petrol
173.9 cu-in
2850 cm3
Boxer 6
444 HP
450 PS / 331 kW
368 lb-ft
500 Nm
193 Mph
310 km/h
19 MPG
12.5 L/100 km
23 MPG UK

Porsche 959 Body, Model and Production details Porsche 959 Body, Model and Production details

Body : Coupé
Num. of Doors : 2 doors
Production number : 292 units

Porsche 959 Engine Technical Data Porsche 959 Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders : Boxer 6
Engine Code : 959.50
Fuel type : Petrol
Fuel System : Bosch Motronic fuel inj.
Engine Alignment : Longitudinal
Engine Position : Rear
Engine displacement : 173.9 cu-in / 2850 cm3
Bore x Stroke : 3.74 x 2.64 inches
95.0 x 67.0 mm
Number of valves : 24 Valves
Aspiration : Bi-Turbo Intercooler
Compression Ratio : 8.3
Horsepower : 444 HP / 450 PS / 331 kW
@ 6500 rpm
Maximum torque : 368 lb-ft / 500 Nm
@ 5000 rpm
Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain : AWD
Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :
6 speed Manual Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds
Transmission Relations
1st Gear Ratio:
2nd Gear Ratio:
3rd Gear Ratio:
4th Gear Ratio:
5th Gear Ratio:
6th Gear Ratio:
Final Drive Ratio: 4.125

Porsche 959 Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range Porsche 959 Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Combined: 19 MPG
12.5 L/100 km
23 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - Open road: 25 MPG
9.3 L/100 km
30 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - Highway: 22 MPG
10.7 L/100 km
26 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - City: 13 MPG
17.5 L/100 km
16 MPG UK
Range : 423 miles / 680 km
Fuel Tank Capacity : 22.5 gallons
85 L
18.7 UK gallons
Catalytic converter : No

Porsche 959 Performance Porsche 959 Performance

Top Speed : 193 Mph / 310 km/h
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph (0 to 96 Km/h) : 3.7 s
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) : 3.9 s

Porsche 959 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight Porsche 959 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase : 89.45 inches / 227.2 cm
Length : 167.72 inches / 426.0 cm
Width : 72.44 inches / 184.0 cm
Height : 50.39 inches / 128.0 cm
Front Axle : 59.21 inches / 150.4 cm
Rear Axle : 60.98 inches / 154.9 cm
Ground clearance : 7.09 inches / 18.0 cm
Approach angle (deg) : 12°
Departure angle (deg) : 16°
Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx : 0.31
Curb Weight : 3197 lbs / 1450 kg
Weight/Power Output Ratio : 3.2 kg/hp

Porsche 959 Interior size, Dimensions Porsche 959 Interior size, Dimensions

Num. of Seats : 4 seats
Seat distribution : 2+2
Trunk / Boot capacity : -

Porsche 959 Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension Porsche 959 Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions : Vented Discs
(12.68 inches / 322 mm)
Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions : Vented Discs
(11.97 inches / 304 mm)
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions : 235/45 R17
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions : 275/40 R17
Front Wheels Width : 8.0"
Rear Wheels Width : 10.0"
Steering : Rack and pinion. -
Turning circle : 3.6 feet / 1.1 m
Front Suspension : Coil springs. Double wishbone. Anti-roll bar.
Rear Suspension : Coil Springs. Double wishbone. Anti-roll bar.
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How fast is a Porsche 959 ?
The Porsche 959 can reach 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 3.9 seconds and 0 to 96 km/h (0 to 60 mph) in 3.7 seconds, having a top speed of 310 km/h / 193 mph.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1987 Porsche 959 have?
The 1987 Porsche 959 has 450 PS / 444 bhp / 331 kW.

How much does a Porsche 959 weighs?
The Porsche 959 weighs 1450 Kg / 3197 lbs.

What is the Porsche 959 gas mileage?
The Porsche 959 gas mileage is Open road 25 MPG / 9.3 L/100 km / 30 MPG UK / Highway 22 MPG / 10.7 L/100 km / 26 MPG UK / City 13 MPG / 17.5 L/100 km / 16 MPG UK.

What engine is in Porsche 959 ?
The Porsche 959 has a Boxer 6, Petrol engine with 2850 cm3 / 173.9 cu-in capacity.

What are the dimensions of the Porsche 959 ?
The Porsche 959 is 167.72 inches / 426.0 cm long, 72.44 inches / 184.0 cm wide, and 50.39 inches / 128.0 cm tall, with a wheelbase of 89.45 inches / 227.2 cm.