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911 Classic 2.2 S

1964-1973
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Engineering first

Original long-hood 911

History

Original long-hood 911

Timeline

1963Debuts at the Frankfurt Motor Show as the 901, renamed 911 after Peugeot's naming dispute
1964Production begins
1970First overall win at the Targa Florio, beginning decades of motorsport dominance
1973Production ends
1984Appears in every era of motorsport and cinema, from Le Mans to Bad Boys

Production & Heritage

Production Total111,995
DesignerFerdinand Alexander (Butzi) Porsche
Production Period1964-1973
Estimated Value$120K-$350K

Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.

Technical Specifications

Engine2.2L F6
Power180 hp @ 6,100 rpm
Torque175 Nm
0-60 mph8.3 sec
Top Speed210 km/h
TransmissionManual
DrivetrainRWD
Weight1,080 kg
Drag CoefficientCd 0.38
BodySteel unibody monocoque

Engine Details

Engine CodeType 901/01 Flat-6 (2.0L)
Displacement2.2L (2,195 cc)
Bore x Stroke80 x 66 mm
Compression9
Fuel SystemSolex 40 PI carburetors (6x)

Performance

0-100 km/h8.7 sec
0-60 mph8.3 sec
Top Speed210 km/h
Weight-to-Power6.0 kg/hp

Dimensions

Length4,163 mm
Width1,610 mm
Height1,320 mm
Wheelbase2,211 mm

Chassis & Suspension

Front SuspensionIndependent, MacPherson strut, longitudinal torsion bars
Rear SuspensionIndependent, semi-trailing arms, transverse torsion bars
Front BrakesVentilated discs, ATE calipers
Rear BrakesVentilated discs, ATE calipers
SteeringRack and pinion, ZF
Tires185/70 VR15

Capacity

Fuel Tank62 L
Trunk Volume135 (front) L
Doors2
Seats2

Source: Wikipedia, Porsche Museum archives

Tags

Naturally AspiratedRWD1960sManual Gearbox

Designed by Ferdinand Alexander (Butzi) Porsche

From the 1960s

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References & Sources

wikipedia.org
Wikipedia: Porsche 911 (classic)wikipedia.org
porsche.com
Porsche Museumporsche.com

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