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1962 Porsche 718/8 W-RS Spyder Specs

Engine Specifications

Engine Specifications:Boxer-8
Valvetrain:DOHC, 2 Valves per Cyl
Fuel feed:4 Carburetors
Displacement:1981 cc / 120.9 cu in
Power:156.6 kw / 210 bhp @ 8400 rpm
Specific output:106.01 bhp per litre
Bhp/Weight:328.12 bhp per tonne

Chassis & body

Body/Frame:Aluminum over Tubular Steel Space Frame
Driven wheels:RWD w/LSD
Front brakes:Discs
Rear brakes:Discs
Front suspension:Independant w/Coil Springs
Rear suspension:Independant w/Coil Springs

Drivetrain

Transmission:6-Speed Manual

Car dimensions

Weight:640 kg / 1411 lbs
Wheelbase:2335 mm / 91.9 in
Length:4020 mm / 158.3 in
Width:930 mm / 36.6 in

Speed performance

Car top speed:259.1 kph / 161 mph

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