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Porsche 718 RSK Spyder – Specifications & Performance

Technical Specifications

Porsche 718 RSK Spyder
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Porsche 718 RSK Spyder Specifications

type Racing Car
built at Germany
price $ $8,000
predecessor 1956 Porsche 550A RS Spyder
successor 1960 Porsche 718 RS60 Spyder
engine Type 47/3 Air-Cooled Flat-4
valvetrain Quad Cam
fuel feed Weber 46 ID-1 Carburetors
displacement 1587 cc / 96.8 in³
compression 9.8:1
power 105.9 kw / 142 bhp @ 7500 rpm
specific output 89.48 bhp per litre
bhp/weight 267.92 bhp per tonne
driven wheels Rear Engine
r suspension
Transverse Torsion Bars, Trailing Arms
curb weight 530 kg / 1169 lbs
length 3600 mm / 141.7 in
top speed ~260 kph / 161.46 mph