What was the top speed of the Porsche 968?
Tests conducted in 1993 returned a 0 to 97 km/h (60 mph) time of 4.7 seconds and a top speed of 282 km/h (175 mph). The engine generated 309 PS (227 kW; 305 hp) at 5,600 rpm with a maximum torque of 500 N⋅m (369 lb⋅ft) at 3,000 rpm. Only 14 were produced in total and only for sale in mainland Europe.
Who was the designer of the Porsche 968?
The 968 was mainly a restyled evolution of the 944 with design links visible to its predecessor. Design work was done by Harm Lagaay who had designed the 924 and the 944 as well. The front of the car largely resembled the top-of-the line 928, sharing its exposed pop-up headlamps and the integrated front bumper.
Is the Porsche 968 Club Sport a Grand Prix car?
Club Sport models were only available in Grand Prix White, black, Speed yellow, Guards red, Riviera blue or Maritime blue exterior colours. Seat backs were colour-coded to the body. Club Sport decals were standard in either black, red or white but there was a ‘delete’ option. All Club Sports had black interiors with the 944 S2 door cards.
Is the club sport 968 the same as the 968 Turbo S?
The 968 Turbo S shared the same body and interior as the Club Sport and visually can be identified by the NACA bonnet hood scoops, adjustable rear wing, three-piece speedline wheels and deeper front spoiler. The car had the suspension lowered by 17.8 mm (0.7 in) and was 20 kg (45 lb) than the standard 968.
What kind of engine does a Porsche 968 cabriolet have?
This 1994 Porsche 968 Cabriolet is finished in black over gray partial leather and is powered by a 3.0-liter inline-four paired with a four-speed Tiptronic automatic transaxle. Additional equipment includes a black convertible top, air conditioning, a Blaupunkt CD stereo, power-adjustable seats, power windows and locks, and 16″ Cup wheels.
Is the Porsche 968 VarioCam a cool car?
The beauty of these cars was not fully understood when new. They sold in relatively small numbers, which is unfortunate because the 3.0L VarioCam 240 horsepower 4-cylinder is an incredibly cool motor and the 968 is an incredibly cool car. Especially on cup wheels. Have one? Sell yours here Notify me when one is listed
The 968 was mainly a restyled evolution of the 944 with design links visible to its predecessor. Design work was done by Harm Lagaay who had designed the 924 and the 944 as well. The front of the car largely resembled the top-of-the line 928, sharing its exposed pop-up headlamps and the integrated front bumper.
Club Sport models were only available in Grand Prix White, black, Speed yellow, Guards red, Riviera blue or Maritime blue exterior colours. Seat backs were colour-coded to the body. Club Sport decals were standard in either black, red or white but there was a ‘delete’ option. All Club Sports had black interiors with the 944 S2 door cards.