These are standard specifications for the 1981 Porsche 928, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
5 Manual , 3 Automatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Body / Chassis : | Steel Monocoque |
| Production Years for Series : | 1980 - 1983 |
| Price : | $37,900 |
| Weight : | 3150 lbs | 1428.816 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| V 8 90-degree | s. Type. | Vee-Type | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4474 cc | 273.0 cu in. | 4.5 L. |
| Power : | 220 BHP (161.92 KW) @ 5450 RPM |
| Torque : | 265 Ft-Lbs (359 NM) @ 3600 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.7 in | 95 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.1 in | 79 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.5:1 |
| Construction : | Aluminum block and head |
| Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection | |
5 Manual , 3 Automatic
Production Figures
| Total Porsche Production for 1981 : | 11,241 |
| 928 S Production (1980-1983) : | 8,315 |
| 1981 Porsche 928 | |
Handling
Recall
| Component | SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | PORSCHE CARS N.A. INC. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19800301 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 81V040000 |
| Summary | FRONT SHOCK ABSORBERS ON SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE IMPROPERLY WELDED MOUNTING EYES. THE SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING COULD SEPARATE AND CAUSE THE SUSPENSION TO COLLAPSE IF VEHICLE IS DRIVEN ON ROUGH ROADS FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME. |
| Remedy | THE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBERS ON ALL INVOLVED VEHICLES WILL BE CHECKED AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE. |
| Notes | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; FRONT SHOCK ABSORBERS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: SUSPENSION COLLAPSE COULD CAUSE SUDDEN STEERINGFAILURE. FAILURE OF ONE SHOCK ABSORBER IS NOT ENOUGH TO CAUSE COMPLETESUSPENSION COLLAPSE BUT CAN HAVE DETRIMENTAL EFFECTS ON STEERING AND HANDLING.IN EITHER CASE, DRIVER MAY LOSE CONTROL OF VEHICLE AND AN ACCIDENT MAY RESULT. |
Data updated January 2023
1981 Averages
| Avg. Household Income : | $11,660 |
| Avg. Home : | $96,240 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $1.25 |
| Avg. Stamp : | $0 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1981 Porsche 928?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1981 Porsche 928? A: The 1981 Porsche 928 has a wheelbase size of 98.30 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1981 Porsche 928? A: The 1981 Porsche 928 has a length of 175.10 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1981 Porsche 928? A: The 1981 Porsche 928 has a width of 72.30 inches.Q: How much did the 1981 Porsche 928 cost when new?A: The 1981 Porsche 928 had a base price of approximately $37,900 (USD).Q: What is the bodystyle of the 1981 Porsche 928? A: The 1981 Porsche 928 was a Coupe.Q: How many vehicles did Porsche produce in 1981? A: Porsche produced 11,241 automobiles in 1981.Q: How many 928 S were produced? A: Porsche produced 8,315 examples of the 928 S from 1980 to 1983.Q: What engine did the 1981 Porsche 928 have? A: The engine powering the 1981 Porsche 928 was a V 8Vee-Type (4474 cc | 273.0 cu in. | 4.5 L.) with 220 BHP (161.92 KW) @ 5450 RPM and 265 Ft-Lbs (359 NM) @ 3600 RPM. Q: What transmissions did the 1981 Porsche 928 have? A: The 1981 Porsche 928 had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 3 speed Automatic.