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Porsche 911 Carrera (1996) price & specs
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Carrera
Overview
The 1996 Porsche 911 Carrera is a rear-wheel drive, 2-door Targa that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The Porsche 911 is regarded as a Super Sports built in Germany with prices starting at $204,900 before on-road costs.
This Porsche 911 is powered by a 3.6L 6-cylinder engine that has 210 kW of power (at 6100 rpm) and 330 Nm of torque (at 5000 rpm) via a Four-speed Automatic transmission. It has a 74L fuel tank
The Porsche 911 measures 1300mm (51.2 inches) in height, 4245mm (167.1 inches) in length, 1735mm (68.3 inches) in width with a 2272mm (89.4 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1400kg (3086.5 lbs) of unladen weight. The 911 Carrera comes standard with 205/40 R17 front tyres and 255/40 R17 rear tyres. It has a 24 month warranty.
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Power to Weight
144.83 - 200 kW/t
114.75 kW/t
206.03 kW/t
Boot Space
88 - 123 litres
88 litres
420 litres
Price
$181,900 - $299,757
$160,000
$547,000
Warranty (Years)
2 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
80,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 8 years
1 year
8 years
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Dimensions
4,245 mm
1,735 mm
1,300 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,245 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,735 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,300 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,272 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,740 mm |
| Load Capacity | 340 mm |
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Explore Porsche 911 Features & Specs
Catalytic Converter
Type: 3-Way
Engine
Bore Engine: 100
Engine (cc): 3600
Compression Ratio: 11.3
Engine Configuration: Horizontal
Engine (L): 3.6
Engine Location: Rear
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 2
Engine Orientation: Longitudinal
Stroke Engine: 76.4
Valve Gear Type: Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel System
Ignition Type: Full Management Control System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Capacity Gal: 19.5
Capacity (L): 74
Main Capacity Gal: 19.5
Main Capacity (L): 74
Main Type: Total
Clock
Type: Analogue
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Instrument Cluster
Type: Analogue
Odometer
Number of Odometers: 1
Oil Pressure
Type: Gauge
Oil Temperature
Type: Gauge
Fuel Consumption
EU 83 Combined (L/100km): 7.6
EU 83 Combined (mpg): 31
EU 83 Country Highway (L/100km): 9.3
EU 83 Country Highway (mpg): 25
EU 83 Standard: Eu 83
EU 83 Urban (L/100km): 16.7
EU 83 Urban (mpg): 14
Fuel Economy
EU 83 At 120 km/h 75 mph: 9.3
EU 83 At 90 km/h 56 mph: 7.6
EU 83 City (L/100km): 16.7
EU 83 City (mpg): 14
Performance
Acceleration 0 to 1000 m: 24.6
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5.4
Maximum Speed (km/h): 275
Maximum Speed (mph): 171
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 285
Maximum Power (kW): 210
Maximum Torque (Nm): 330
Measurement Standard: DIN
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6100
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 5000
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Viscous
Transmission
Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
Lock Up Auto Only: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 4
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Z
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Z
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 9
Body Style
Body Type: Targa
Local Body Type: Targa
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Full
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Spoiler
Front Spoiler Colour: Body Colour
Location: Front
Trunk/Hatch Spoiler Colour: Body Colour
Location: Boot/Hatch
Trunk/Hatch Spoiler Type: Retractable
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Front Bumper Impact Absorbing: yes
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Rear Bumper Impact Absorbing: yes
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 4.3
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 123
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11740
Front Track (in): 55.3
Front Track (mm): 1405
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 38.5
Overall Height (in): 51.2
Overall Height (mm): 1300
Overall Length (in): 167.1
Overall Length (mm): 4245
Overall Width (in): 68.3
Overall Width (mm): 1735
Rear Track (in): 56.9
Rear Track (mm): 1444
Wheelbase (in): 89.4
Wheelbase (mm): 2272
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 37.4
Front Headroom (mm): 950
Rear Headroom (in): 32.3
Rear Headroom (mm): 820
Front Hip Room (in): 52.5
Front Hip Room (mm): 1334
Rear Hip Room (in): 44.7
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1135
Front Leg Room (in): 43
Front Leg Room (mm): 1092
Front Shoulder Room (in): 49.2
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1250
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 47.2
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1198
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Body Colour
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Conventional
Configuration: Single
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Rear Fog Lights
Number: 2
Paint
Multi Coat: yes
Type: Gloss
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Cloth/Felt
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Steel
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Sun Visors
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Number of Windshield Wiper Speeds: 3
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1740
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3836
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1400
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3086
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio System
Brand Name: Becker
Cassette Player: yes
Front-Rear Fader: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Type: Stereo
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 10
Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Cigar Lighter
Illuminated Front Seat Lighter: yes
Location: Front Seats
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Number of Door Switches: 2
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Mechanical
Vanity Mirror
Location: Passenger
Door Panel Trim
Material: Leather
Floor Covering
Load Area: Textile
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
Load Area Side Covering
Type: Textile
Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Leather
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Driver Airbag Type: Euro-Bag
Location: Passenger
Passenger Airbag Type: Euro-Bag
Front Seat Belts
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Integrated: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Cushion
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Vinyl
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 4
Audio Media Storage Unit
Cassettes Type: Cassettes
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Glove Compartment
Illuminated: yes
Lid: yes
Lockable: yes
Air Conditioning
CFC Free Liquid Aircon: yes
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Ventilation System
Micro Filter: yes
Number of Fan Speeds: 4
Recirculation Setting: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Interior Monitoring: yes
Power Locks
Operation: key
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