These are standard specifications for the 1972 Porsche 911, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
4 Manual , 5 Manual , 4 Automatic Sportomatic
Chassis # 9112100757
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Rear |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Body / Chassis : | Steel Monocoque |
| Production Years for Series : | 1972 - 1973 |
| Price : | $7,255-$10,200 |
| Weight : | 2200 lbs | 997.903 kg |
Performance
| 0-60 mph : | 5.5 seconds. |
| Top Speed : | 241 km/h | 149.782 mph |
Engine & Transmission
| Turbocharged Opposed 6 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2341 cc | 142.9 cu in. | 2.3 L. |
| Power : | 157 BHP (115.552 KW) @ 5600 RPM |
| Torque : | 166 Ft-Lbs (225 NM) @ 4000 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.3 in | 84 mm. |
| Stroke : | 2.8 in | 70 mm. |
| Compression : | 7.5:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 8 |
| Bosch electronic port fuel injection | |
| Opposed 6 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2341 cc | 142.9 cu in. | 2.3 L. |
| Power : | 185 BHP (136.16 KW) @ 6200 RPM |
| Torque : | 174 Ft-Lbs (236 NM) @ 4800 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.3 in | 84 mm. |
| Stroke : | 2.8 in | 70 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 8 |
| Bosch electronic port fuel injection | |
| Opposed 6 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2341 cc | 142.9 cu in. | 2.3 L. |
| Power : | 210 BHP (154.56 KW) @ 6500 RPM |
| Torque : | 181 Ft-Lbs (245 NM) @ 5200 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.3 in | 84 mm. |
| Stroke : | 2.8 in | 70 mm. |
| Compression : | 7.5:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 8 |
| Bosch electronic port fuel injection | |
4 Manual , 5 Manual , 4 Automatic Sportomatic
Production Figures
| Total Porsche Production for 1972 : | 20,464 |
| 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Dimension(s)
Coupe
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 161.5 in | 4102 mm. |
| Width : | 65.0 in | 1651 mm. |
| Height : | 52.0 in | 1321 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 89.4 in | 2271 mm. |
| Ground Clearance : | 6.0 in | 152 mm. |
Targa
| Price : | $8,000 |
| Weight : | 2250 lbs | 1020.583 kg |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 161.5 in | 4102 mm. |
| Width : | 65.0 in | 1651 mm. |
| Height : | 52.0 in | 1321 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 89.4 in | 2271 mm. |
| Ground Clearance : | 6.0 in | 152 mm. |
Coupe
| Price : | $8,000 |
| Weight : | 2200 lbs | 997.903 kg |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 161.5 in | 4102 mm. |
| Width : | 65.0 in | 1651 mm. |
| Height : | 52.0 in | 1321 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 89.4 in | 2271 mm. |
| Ground Clearance : | 6.0 in | 152 mm. |
Targa
| Price : | $8,700 |
| Weight : | 2200 lbs | 997.903 kg |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 161.5 in | 4102 mm. |
| Width : | 65.0 in | 1651 mm. |
| Height : | 52.0 in | 1321 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 89.4 in | 2271 mm. |
| Ground Clearance : | 6.0 in | 152 mm. |
Coupe
| Price : | $9,500 |
| Weight : | 2200 lbs | 997.903 kg |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 161.5 in | 4102 mm. |
| Width : | 65.0 in | 1651 mm. |
| Height : | 52.0 in | 1321 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 89.4 in | 2271 mm. |
| Ground Clearance : | 6.0 in | 152 mm. |
Targa
Chassis # 9112100757
| Price : | $10,200 |
| Weight : | 2200 lbs | 997.903 kg |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 161.5 in | 4102 mm. |
| Width : | 65.0 in | 1651 mm. |
| Height : | 52.0 in | 1321 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 89.4 in | 2271 mm. |
| Ground Clearance : | 6.0 in | 152 mm. |
Coupe
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 161.5 in | 4102 mm. |
| Width : | 65.0 in | 1651 mm. |
| Height : | 52.0 in | 1321 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 89.4 in | 2271 mm. |
| Ground Clearance : | 6.0 in | 152 mm. |
Coupe
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 161.5 in | 4102 mm. |
| Width : | 65.0 in | 1651 mm. |
| Height : | 52.0 in | 1321 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 89.4 in | 2271 mm. |
| Ground Clearance : | 6.0 in | 152 mm. |
Handling
| Suspension | |
|---|---|
| Front : MacPherson struts with single lower transverse A-arms and longitudinal torsion bars Rear : Independent with semi-trailing arms and transverse torsion bars, plus anti-roll bar | |
| Steering | |
|---|---|
| Rack and Pinion |
| Tires / Wheels | |
|---|---|
| Tires : | 155SR15 |
Recall
| Component | POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | PORSCHE CARS N.A. INC. |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 71V233000 |
| Notes | PORSCHE/AUDI CAMPAIGN NO 302 400 AL 00 (T&E MODELS ONLY).POS SIBILITY THATROD TO CLUTCH ACTUATING LEVER IS TOO SMALL IN DI AMETER AND ATTACHING PINS ARENOT PROPERLY SEATED.IF CONDITI ON EXISTS COULD UNDER EXTREME CIRCUMSTANCESRESULT IN BENDINGOR DISCONNECTING OF ROD.IMPAIRING CLUTCH MOVEMENTANDMAKINGGEAR SHIFTING IMPOSSIBLE.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACIN GWITH LARGER DIAMETER ROD.) |
Data updated January 2023
1972 Averages
| Avg. Household Income : | $11,800 |
| Avg. Home : | $27,550 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.55 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1972 Porsche 911?
Q: How fast is the 1972 Porsche 911? A: The 1972 Porsche 911 has a top speed of 241 km/h. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1972 Porsche 911? A: The 1972 Porsche 911 has a wheelbase size of 89.40 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1972 Porsche 911? A: The 1972 Porsche 911 has a length of 161.50 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1972 Porsche 911? A: The 1972 Porsche 911 has a width of 65.00 inches.Q: How much did the 1972 Porsche 911 cost when new?A: The 1972 Porsche 911 cost approximately $7,255 to $10,200 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1972 Porsche 911? A: The 1972 Porsche 911 was offered as a Coupe, Targa.Q: What tires did the 1972 Porsche 911 have? A: The 1972 Porsche 911 had 155SR15 tires.Q: How many vehicles did Porsche produce in 1972? A: Porsche produced 20,464 automobiles in 1972.Q: What engines did the 1972 Porsche 911 have? A: The 1972 Porsche 911 had the following engine options: Turbocharged Opposed 6 (2341 cc | 142.9 cu in. | 2.3 L.) with 157 BHP (115.552 KW) @ 5600 RPM and 166 Ft-Lbs (225 NM) @ 4000 RPM Opposed 6 (2341 cc | 142.9 cu in. | 2.3 L.) with 185 BHP (136.16 KW) @ 6200 RPM and 174 Ft-Lbs (236 NM) @ 4800 RPM Opposed 6 (2341 cc | 142.9 cu in. | 2.3 L.) with 210 BHP (154.56 KW) @ 6500 RPM and 181 Ft-Lbs (245 NM) @ 5200 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1972 Porsche 911 have? A: The 1972 Porsche 911 had the following gearbox options: 4 speed Manual, 5 speed Manual, 4 speed Automatic Sportomatic.
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1972 Porsche 911?
How many 1972 Porsche 911 were produced?
How powerful was the 1972 Porsche 911? Was the 1972 Porsche 911 popular? Was the 1972 Porsche 911 expensive? What was the fuel economy of the 1972 Porsche 911?
Q: How fast is the 1972 Porsche 911? A: The 1972 Porsche 911 has a top speed of 241 km/h. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1972 Porsche 911? A: The 1972 Porsche 911 has a wheelbase size of 89.40 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1972 Porsche 911? A: The 1972 Porsche 911 has a length of 161.50 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1972 Porsche 911? A: The 1972 Porsche 911 has a width of 65.00 inches.Q: How much did the 1972 Porsche 911 cost when new?A: The 1972 Porsche 911 cost approximately $7,255 to $10,200 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1972 Porsche 911? A: The 1972 Porsche 911 was offered as a Coupe, Targa.Q: What tires did the 1972 Porsche 911 have? A: The 1972 Porsche 911 had 155SR15 tires.Q: How many vehicles did Porsche produce in 1972? A: Porsche produced 20,464 automobiles in 1972.Q: What engines did the 1972 Porsche 911 have? A: The 1972 Porsche 911 had the following engine options: Turbocharged Opposed 6 (2341 cc | 142.9 cu in. | 2.3 L.) with 157 BHP (115.552 KW) @ 5600 RPM and 166 Ft-Lbs (225 NM) @ 4000 RPMSimilar Automakers
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