2009 Porsche 911 Photo

2009 Porsche 911 - Specifications

 
2 Door Cabriolet Carrera S Performance Specs
Engine
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 385 @ 6600
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 310 @ 4600
Engine Order Code NA
Fuel System EFI
Displacement 3.8L/233
Engine Type Gas Flat 6-cyl
Transmission
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.08
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.61
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.28
Trans Order Code NA
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 2.32
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) NA
First Gear Ratio (:1) 3.91
Clutch Size (in) 9.45
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Type 6
Reverse Ratio (:1) 3.59
Trans Description Cont. Manual w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again NA
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.88
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) 3.44
Brakes
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Brake Type Pwr
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) NA
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 13.00 x 1.10
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) NA
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 13.00 x 1.34
Steering
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) - TBD -
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) - TBD -
Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall - TBD -
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) - TBD -
Tires
Rear Tire Order Code NA
Spare Tire Size NA
Rear Tire Size P295/30ZR19
Spare Tire Order Code NA
Front Tire Order Code NA
Front Tire Size P235/35ZR19
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in) 19 x 8
Spare Wheel Size (in) NA
Rear Wheel Material Aluminum
Rear Wheel Size (in) 19 x 11
Front Wheel Material Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material NA
Suspension
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) - TBD -
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) w/Coil Springs
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) - TBD -
Suspension Type - Rear Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Front MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) w/Coil Springs
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Why should I also consider these?

The 2009 Porsche 911's terrific performance and looks are unmatched.

The most powerful Chevrolet Corvette ever, the 638-horsepower ZR1, is a stout contender to Porsche's muscular 911 GT2.

The AMG version of Mercedes-Benz's SL roadster retains the folding hardtop and stuffs in a V-8 with 538 horsepower.

The Jaguar XKR comes close—with larger rear seats, an even sexier profile, and a much more lavish interior.

 
2009 Chevrolet Corvette
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