Porsche 944 - Specs, History, & Prices

Description about Porsche 944

The Porsche 944 is a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive sports car, designed to replace the Porsche 924. It was introduced in 1982 as a new “entry level” model which was positioned below the 911 model.

The 944 is powered by the M30 engine (which was also used in Volkswagen models). The engine has four cylinders and twin overhead camshafts for both of the two valves per cylinder. It has an air-cooled design and displaces 2.7 litres (2,687 cc) with a bore of 82 mm (3.2 inches) and stroke of 72 mm (2.8 inches). The power output ranges from 100 horsepower to 200 horsepower, depending on what variant is selected; this makes it more powerful than the 924’s

It was designed to replace the company’s first model, the 924. The 944 went through several generational changes, including an evolution of styling and engines during production.
It went through several generational changes during its production period, with evolution of styling and engines.

The 944 was the company’s first front-engined model. It was sold as both a 2-door coupé, and as a 2+2 convertible. Porsche 944 is available in many different options and trim levels, such as the 944S, which has 190 hp (142 kW) and the 944 Turbo with 225 hp (168 kW).

History

he Porsche 944 was a sports car of the 1980s and 1990s. The car was a front engined, water-cooled coupe built on a Volkswagen Group platform.

It was introduced in 1982 to replace the company’s first generation of rear-engined 911 models. In contrast to its predecessor, it offered the driver both comfort and performance with near 50/50 weight distribution for superior handling, stability and ride quality. It has been called one of Porsche’s most successful models because more than 150,000 units were sold over its lifetime. Production ran from 1982 to 1991 with a brief hiatus in 1986