1997-2005
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The first water-cooled 911. The 996 was the most controversial Porsche ever made, but it saved the company from bankruptcy and outsold every previous 911.
History
The 996 abandoned air cooling and the round headlights that had defined the 911 since 1963. Enthusiasts were furious. But the 996 was faster, more refined, and dramatically cheaper to build. The GT3 and GT2 variants silenced critics with raw racing performance.
Timeline
1997Production begins
2005Production ends
Production & Heritage
Production Total175,262
DesignerPinky Lai
Production Period1997-2005
Estimated Value$30K-$80K
Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.
Technical Specifications
Engine3.4L Flat-6
Power300 hp @ 6,800 rpm
Torque350 Nm
0-60 mph4.8 sec
Top Speed280 km/h
Transmission6-speed manual
DrivetrainRWD
Weight1,320 kg
Engine Details
Engine CodeM96.01
Displacement3.4L (3,387 cc)
Bore x Stroke96 x 78 mm
Compression11.3
ValvesDOHC, 4 valves per cylinder, 24 total
Fuel SystemSequential multi-port injection
Performance
0-100 km/h5.2 sec
0-60 mph4.8 sec
Top Speed280 km/h
Weight-to-Power4.4 kg/hp
Dimensions
Length4,430 mm
Width1,765 mm
Height1,305 mm
Wheelbase2,350 mm
Track (Front)1455 mm
Track (Rear)1500 mm
Chassis & Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson struts, coil springs
Rear SuspensionMulti-link, coil springs
Front BrakesVentilated discs, 318 mm
Rear BrakesVentilated discs, 299 mm
SteeringRack and pinion, hydraulic
Tires (Front)205/50 R17
Tires (Rear)255/40 R17
Capacity
Fuel Tank64 L
Doors2
Seats4
Source: Porsche factory specs
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