Porsche 911 (993) Carrera RS 3.8 (300 hp)
Gasoline engine with 300 hp (221 kW) and 262 lb-ft (355 Nm), built 1995–1997, coupe body, rear-wheel drive. The Porsche 911 (993) has 2 more powerful gasoline versions.
EnlargePower300 hp (221 kW)
Torque262 lb-ft (355 Nm)
0–62 mph5 s
Top speed172 mph (277 km/h)
FuelGasoline
Specifications
Engine
| Engine version | Carrera RS 3.8 (300 hp) |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.7 L (3,746 cm³) |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Cylinder layout | Boxer |
| Engine position | Rear, Longitudinal |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Valvetrain | SOHC |
| Fuel system | Multi-point indirect injection |
| Compression ratio | 11-3 |
| Bore | 102 mm |
| Stroke | 76.4 mm |
| Engine oil capacity | 9.5 qt (9 l) |
Performance
| Power | 300 hp (221 kW) @ 6500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Torque | 262 lb-ft (355 Nm) @ 5400 rpm |
| 0–62 mph (0–100 km/h) | 5 s |
| Top speed | 172 mph (277 km/h) |
Fuel economy and emissions
| Fuel | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Highway | 19 mpg (12.4 l/100 km) |
| Fuel tank | 24.3 gal (92 l) |
Body, dimensions and weight
| Body style | Coupe |
|---|---|
| Doors | 2 |
| Length | 167.1 in (4,245 mm) |
| Width | 68.3 in (1,735 mm) |
| Height | 50.0 in (1,270 mm) |
| Curb weight | 2,800 lb (1,270 kg) |
| Gross vehicle weight | 3,770 lb (1,710 kg) |
| Cargo volume | 3.5 cu ft (100 l) |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Gears | 6 |
| Steering | Hydraulic power steering |
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link |
| Tires | 225/40 ZR18; 295/35 ZR18 |
| Driver assistance | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
What to check on a Porsche 911 with this engine
- On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
- Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
- Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.
Other Porsche 911 (993) engines
| Engine | Fuel | Power | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carrera 3.6 (272 hp) | Gasoline | 272 hp (200 kW) | |
| Carrera 3.6 (272 hp) Tritronic | Gasoline | 272 hp (200 kW) | |
| Carrera 3.6 (285 hp) | Gasoline | 285 hp (210 kW) | |
| Carrera 3.6 (285 hp) Tiptronic | Gasoline | 285 hp (210 kW) | |
| Carrera 4 3.6 (272 hp) | Gasoline | 272 hp (200 kW) | |
| Carrera 4 3.6 (285 hp) | Gasoline | 285 hp (210 kW) | |
| Carrera 4S 3.6 (285 hp) | Gasoline | 285 hp (210 kW) | |
| GT2 3.6 (430 hp) | Gasoline | 430 hp (316 kW) | |
| Turbo 3.6 (408 hp) | Gasoline | 408 hp (300 kW) |