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1959 Porsche 356 A

MODEL YEAR: 1959

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Complete name of the car1959 Porsche 356 A
Model year1959

Specifications

Body styleCoupé
no.Doors2
Wheelbase2100 mm
Lenght3950 mm
Width1660 mm
Height1310 mm
Curb Weight820 kg
Wheel DriveMissing info
Engine LocationRear
Seating capacity (number)2+2
Track Tread (front)1306 mm
Track Tread (rear)1270 mm
Engine AlignmentLongitudinal
Fuel capacity52 l

Engine / Powertrain

Kind of EngineNaturally aspirated
Cylinders ConfigurationBoxer/Flat Engine
Displacement1582 cc
Cylinders number4
Valve TrainOverhead valves OHV
Bore82.5 mm
Stroke74 mm
Maximum Power (HP)59 hp
Power (PS)60 PS
Power kW44 kW
Power @ rounds per minute4500 rpm
Torque110 Nm
Torque @ r.p.m.2800 rpm
Compression Ratio7.5:1
FuelPetrol
CoolantAir
Engine Data accuracyD

Drivetrain & Suspension

Suspensions FrontIndependent, Macpherson strut with Wishbone
Suspensions RearIndependent, Macpherson strut with Wishbone
Front BrakesDrum
Rear BrakesDrum
Front Brakes diameter280 mm
Rear Brakes diameter280 mm
Transmission type4 speed manual
Wheel Size (front)4½j x 15
Wheel Size (rear)4½j x 15
Front tyres dimensions5.60-15
Rear tyres dimensions5.60-15
Fuel capacity52 l

Performances

Top Speed177 km/h
Acceleration 0-60 mp/h13.5

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