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Porsche 944 Cabrio 3.0 S2 CAT (211 Hp)
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Porsche 944:
The Porsche 944 is a sports car which was manufactured by the German company Porsche from 1982 until 1991. A front-engine, rear-wheel drive model based on the platform of the 924, the 944 was available in coupé or cabriolet body styles, with either naturally aspirated or turbocharged engines. With over 163,000 cars produced, the 944 was the most successful sports car in Porsche's history until the introductions of the Boxster and 997 Carrera.
Extensive design revisions for the 1992 model year prompted Porsche to drop the 944 nameplate and rebrand the vehicle as the 968....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Cabrio Overview:
Porsche 944 (Cabrio). With 280 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1465 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.1 s). The top speed reaches 240 km/h. A convertible with a retractable hardtop, offering the benefits of both coupe and cabriolet. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Porsche 944 Cabrio was produced before the establishment of Euro NCAP in 1997, and therefore has no official rating. Safety features are typical for its era, including robust construction and standard ABS on the S2, but lack modern airbags and advanced driver-assistance systems.
3.0 S2 CAT (211 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 3.0L M44.41 engine delivers strong, linear power with 211 Hp, offering impressive acceleration (7.1s 0-100 km/h) and a top speed of 240 km/h, making it a highly capable and engaging sports car for its era.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is moderate for a 3.0L sports car of its time, with urban consumption at 14.3 l/100 km and extra-urban at 7.4 l/100 km. It's not a frugal option but acceptable for its performance class.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Engaging and balanced handling
- • Potent 3.0L S2 engine performance
- • Classic Porsche design and build quality
- • Open-top driving experience
- • Good weight distribution (transaxle layout)
- • Increasing classic car appeal
Cons:
- • High maintenance costs for an older Porsche
- • Fuel economy is not competitive by modern standards
- • Lack of modern safety features (no Euro NCAP rating)
- • Interior plastics can show age
- • Limited rear seat space
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(944: 1988 - 1989).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Porsche |
| Model: | 944 |
| Generation: | Cabrio |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 S2 CAT (211 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1989 |
| End of production: | 1991 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe - Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 211 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 70.6 Hp/l [90mm less] |
| Torque: | 280 Nm @ 4100 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M44.41 More details about the engine M44.41 |
| Engine displacement: | 2990 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.5 l |
| Coolant: | 7.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 104 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.4 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 240 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.9 kg/Hp, 144 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.2 kg/Nm, 191.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1465 |
| Max. weight: | 1710 |
| Max load: | 245 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4230 mm mm [90mm less] |
| Width: | 1735 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1275 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2400 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 7J x 16 |
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