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Porsche 718 W-RS Spyder – Specifications & Performance

Technical Specifications

Porsche 718 W-RS Spyder Specifications

type Racing Car
built at Germany
predecessor 1961 Porsche 718 RS61 Spyder
engine Boxer-8
valvetrain DOHC, 2 Valves per Cyl
fuel feed 4 Carburetors
displacement 1981 cc / 120.9 in³
power 156.6 kw / 210 bhp @ 8400 rpm
specific output 106.01 bhp per litre
bhp/weight 328.12 bhp per tonne
body / frame Aluminum over Tubular Steel Space Frame
driven wheels RWD w/LSD
front brakes Discs
rear brakes Discs
f suspension Independant w/Coil Springs
r suspension Independant w/Coil Springs
curb weight 640 kg / 1411 lbs
wheelbase 2335 mm / 91.9 in
length 4020 mm / 158.3 in
width 930 mm / 36.6 in
transmission 6-Speed Manual
top speed ~259.1 kph / 161 mph