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Porsche 718 Spyder (982) 4.0 (420 Hp) PDK
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Porsche 718:
The Porsche 718 is a series of one- or two-seat sports-racing cars built by Porsche from 1957 to 1962. An open-wheel single-seat model was developed for Formula racing.
The 718 was a development of the successful Porsche 550A with improvements made to the body work and suspension. The car's full name is 718 RSK, where "RS" stands for RennSport and the "K" reflects the shape of the car's revised torsion-bar suspension. It had a mid-engined layout and used the 142 horsepower 1. 5-litre Type 547/3 quad-cam engine introduced in the 550A....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Spyder (982) Overview:
Porsche 718 (Spyder (982)). With 430 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1450 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 3.9 s). The top speed reaches 300 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
4.0 (420 Hp) PDK Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Retaining the potent 420 Hp 4.0-liter engine, the PDK transmission enhances acceleration to a blistering 3.9 seconds, offering lightning-fast shifts and optimized performance for both road and track.
Fuel Economy
The PDK gearbox improves fuel efficiency slightly over the manual, achieving 10.2 l/100 km combined, making it a more efficient choice for daily driving without sacrificing performance.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exhilarating naturally aspirated flat-six engine sound and performance.
- • Exceptional handling and steering precision.
- • Pure, driver-focused open-top driving experience.
- • Timeless and aggressive design.
- • Strong resale value.
Cons:
- • Limited practicality and cargo space.
- • High purchase price and running costs.
- • Stiff ride can be uncomfortable on poor roads.
- • Manual roof operation can be cumbersome.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Cayman (982): October, 2018 - June, 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Porsche |
| Model: | 718 |
| Generation: | Spyder (982) |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.0 (420 Hp) PDK |
| Start of production: | September, 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 420 Hp @ 7600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 105.1 Hp/l [37mm more] |
| Torque: | 430 Nm @ 5500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | DKDA More details about the engine DKDA |
| Engine displacement: | 3995 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Boxer |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8 l |
| Engine layout: | Middle, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 102 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 13:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 8000 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 13.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 8.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d-ISC-FCM |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 3.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 3.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 300 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.5 kg/Hp, 289.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.4 kg/Nm, 296.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 200 km/h: | 13.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 3.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1450 |
| Max. weight: | 1750 |
| Max load: | 300 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 120 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4430 mm mm [37mm more] |
| Width: | 1801 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1258 mm mm [28mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2484 mm mm [9mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1994 mm |
| Front track: | 1538 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1534 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 7 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | PDK |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 380x34 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 380x30 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 245/35 ZR20 95Y |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 8.5J x 20 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring, Transverse stabilizer |
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