Getting 23 Miles a Gallon: The Porsche 911 for 1998
When you think of the "Porsche 911" what will usually come to mind for Porsche enthusiasts is quality, stability and lots of history. The 911 has been one of the premier vehicles of the Porsche line for over ten years. It is an important car and the 1998 model is no exception. The Porsche 911 falls into the convertible for the family category.
1998 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Specs
The 911 Carrera 4 is equipped with a Porsche 3.6 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 12 valves. The engine is mated to a Getrag 6-speed Transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Porsche.
The fuel system for the 1998 911 is a traditional Bosch Motronic, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 19.40 gallons.
The 911 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.
Statistics
The dimensions of the 911 Carrera 4 are 70.70 inches wide by 167.70 inches long. It sits 51.80 inches off the ground. It seats a standard four passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 89.40 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $73,000 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $62,962. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Convertible.
The standard warranty period for the 911 is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. There is also a warranty on the powertrain for 36* months or 50,000* miles respectively. This is standard in the convertible market.
Fuel Efficiency
The 1998 911 gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 16 in the city. This is subpar for a convertible car.
What We Think of the Porsche 911
There are several reasons why the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 sold well in 1998. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Porsche, specifically a 911.
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