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Porsche 964, Full Specifications

Last updated 25 Mar 2026

Key Specifications

SpecValue
Production Years1989-1994
ManufacturerDr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen
Internal DesignationType 964
Body StylesCoupe, Targa, Cabriolet, Speedster
LayoutRear engine, rear-wheel drive (C2) or all-wheel drive (C4)
PlatformType 964 (evolved from 911 platform)
Wheelbase2,271 mm
Overall Length4,250 mm
Overall Width1,652 mm (standard body), 1,775 mm (Turbo / wide body)
Overall Height1,310 mm
Front Track1,379 mm (standard), 1,442 mm (Turbo)
Rear Track1,374 mm (standard), 1,493 mm (Turbo)
Kerb Weight1,350 kg (C2), 1,450 kg (C4), 1,470 kg (Turbo)
Fuel Tank Capacity77 L
Boot Capacity (front)88 L
Drag Coefficient0.32

Engine Specifications

Carrera 2 / Carrera 4 — M64/01 (C4) / M64/02 (C2)

SpecValue
ConfigurationFlat-6, air-cooled, horizontally opposed
Displacement3,600 cc
Bore x Stroke100.0 mm x 76.4 mm
Compression Ratio11.3:1
Power250 hp (184 kW) @ 6,100 rpm
Torque310 Nm @ 4,800 rpm
Fuel SystemBosch DME (Digital Motor Electronics) sequential fuel injection
IgnitionDual-plug (12 spark plugs), electronic distributors (2)
ValvetrainSOHC, 2 valves per cylinder, hydraulic lifters
Valvetrain DriveDuplex (dual-row) roller chain
CrankcaseMagnesium alloy
Cylinder HeadsAluminium alloy
CylindersNikasil-coated aluminium (Alusil)
Oil SystemDry sump
Oil Capacity11.5 L
CoolingAir-cooled, engine-driven fan with thermostatically controlled oil cooler
Catalytic ConverterYes (three-way, dual)
Fuel Requirement98 RON premium unleaded
Redline6,800 rpm

Turbo 3.3 — M30/69

SpecValue
ConfigurationFlat-6, air-cooled, single turbocharger
Displacement3,299 cc
Bore x Stroke97.0 mm x 74.4 mm
Compression Ratio7.0:1
Power320 hp (235 kW) @ 5,750 rpm
Torque450 Nm @ 4,500 rpm
TurbochargerSingle KKK K27
Boost Pressure0.75 bar
IntercoolerAir-to-air, top-mounted
Fuel SystemBosch CIS-E (K-Jetronic) mechanical fuel injection
IgnitionSingle-plug, electronic
ValvetrainSOHC, 2 valves per cylinder
Oil Capacity13.0 L
Fuel Requirement98 RON premium unleaded
Redline6,750 rpm

Turbo 3.6 — M64/50

SpecValue
ConfigurationFlat-6, air-cooled, single turbocharger
Displacement3,600 cc
Bore x Stroke100.0 mm x 76.4 mm
Compression Ratio7.5:1
Power360 hp (265 kW) @ 5,500 rpm
Torque520 Nm @ 4,200 rpm
TurbochargerSingle KKK K27 (revised mapping)
Boost Pressure0.8 bar
IntercoolerAir-to-air, top-mounted
Fuel SystemBosch DME sequential fuel injection
IgnitionDual-plug, electronic
ValvetrainSOHC, 2 valves per cylinder, hydraulic lifters
Oil Capacity13.0 L
Fuel Requirement98 RON premium unleaded
Redline6,600 rpm

Carrera RS — M64/03

SpecValue
ConfigurationFlat-6, air-cooled, naturally aspirated
Displacement3,600 cc
Bore x Stroke100.0 mm x 76.4 mm
Compression Ratio11.3:1
Power260 hp (191 kW) @ 6,100 rpm
Torque310 Nm @ 4,800 rpm
Fuel SystemBosch DME (revised mapping)
IgnitionDual-plug, electronic
ValvetrainSOHC, 2 valves per cylinder
Modifications vs standardRevised intake camshafts, lighter flywheel, free-flowing exhaust, revised DME map
Oil Capacity11.5 L
Fuel Requirement98 RON premium unleaded
Redline6,840 rpm

Transmission

Manual — Getrag G50/05 (C2) / G50/01 (C4) / G50/52 (Turbo)

SpecValue
TypeManual
Gears5-speed
SynchromeshAll forward gears (Borg-Warner)
Final Drive Ratio3.444:1 (C2), 3.333:1 (C4), 3.444:1 (Turbo 3.3), 3.333:1 (Turbo 3.6)
Limited Slip DifferentialOptional (mechanical, 20%/40% lock)

Gear Ratios (G50/05, Carrera 2)

GearRatio
1st3.500
2nd2.059
3rd1.407
4th1.086
5th0.868
Reverse2.857

Tiptronic — ZF 4HP22 (C2 only)

SpecValue
TypeAutomatic with manual mode
Gears4-speed
Torque ConverterLock-up on 3rd and 4th gears
Final Drive Ratio3.375:1

AWD System (Carrera 4)

SpecValue
TypePermanent all-wheel drive
Default Torque Split31% front / 69% rear
Variable DistributionHydraulically controlled multi-plate clutch, 0-100% to either axle
Transfer CaseChain-driven, offset front differential
Centre DifferentialPlanetary gear set with multi-plate clutch lock
Front DifferentialOpen (no LSD available)
Rear DifferentialOpen (optional LSD)

Suspension

ComponentFrontRear
TypeIndependent, MacPherson strutIndependent, semi-trailing arm
SpringsCoilCoil
DampersGas-pressurised telescopic (Boge or Bilstein)Gas-pressurised telescopic (Boge or Bilstein)
Anti-roll Bar20 mm (standard), 22 mm (RS)18 mm (standard), 21 mm (RS)

Brakes

ComponentFrontRear
TypeVentilated discVentilated disc
Disc Diameter298 mm (standard), 322 mm (Turbo / RS)299 mm
Calliper4-piston aluminium (standard), 4-piston aluminium (Turbo)Single-piston floating
ABSStandard (Bosch ABS 2)

Steering

SpecValue
TypeRack and pinion
Power AssistHydraulic (standard on all models)
Turns Lock-to-Lock3.0
Turning Circle11.0 m

Wheels and Tyres

Standard (Carrera 2 / Carrera 4)

SpecFrontRear
Wheel Size6J x 168J x 16
Tyre Size205/55 ZR16225/50 ZR16
Bolt Pattern5 x 1305 x 130
Centre Bore71.6 mm71.6 mm

Turbo

SpecFrontRear
Wheel Size7J x 179J x 17
Tyre Size205/50 ZR17255/40 ZR17

Carrera RS (Cup Design)

SpecFrontRear
Wheel Size7J x 179J x 17
Tyre Size205/50 ZR17255/40 ZR17

Performance

MetricC2 ManualC4 ManualTurbo 3.3Turbo 3.6RS
0-100 km/h5.7 s5.9 s5.1 s4.8 s5.4 s
0-160 km/h13.5 s14.0 s11.4 s10.2 s12.5 s
Top Speed260 km/h257 km/h270 km/h280 km/h260 km/h
Quarter Mile14.0 s14.3 s13.2 s12.6 s13.6 s

Fuel Economy (Approximate)

ConditionC2 / C4Turbo
Urban16-19 L/100 km19-24 L/100 km
Highway9-11 L/100 km11-14 L/100 km
Combined12-14 L/100 km14-18 L/100 km

Electrical

SpecValue
Battery12V, 63 Ah (75 Ah Turbo)
Alternator115A (1,610W)
HeadlightsHalogen H4 (standard), H1/H4 projector (option)
IgnitionElectronic, dual distributors, 12 spark plugs
Engine ManagementBosch DME (Digital Motor Electronics)
DiagnosticOBD-I compatible

Dimensions Detail

MeasurementValue
Wheelbase2,271 mm
Front Overhang817 mm
Rear Overhang1,162 mm
Ground Clearance120 mm (standard), 100 mm (RS)
Front Boot Capacity88 L

Weights by Variant

VariantKerb Weight (kg)
Carrera 2 Coupe (manual)1,350
Carrera 2 Coupe (Tiptronic)1,390
Carrera 2 Targa1,370
Carrera 2 Cabriolet1,420
Carrera 4 Coupe1,450
Carrera 4 Targa1,470
Carrera 4 Cabriolet1,520
Turbo 3.31,470
Turbo 3.61,470
RS1,220
RS America1,310
Speedster1,340

Service Intervals

Service ItemInterval
Engine oil and filter5,000-8,000 km or annually
Distributor drive beltEvery 5-6 years
Spark plugs30,000 km
Valve adjustmentNot required (hydraulic lifters)
Brake fluid24 months
Gearbox oil40,000-60,000 km
Power steering fluidCheck annually, replace as needed
Air filter20,000 km
Fuel filter40,000 km
CoolantN/A (air-cooled)

Production Summary

VariantYearsApproximate Production
Carrera 2 (all body styles)1990-1994~35,000
Carrera 4 (all body styles)1989-1994~13,300
Turbo 3.31991-1992~3,660
Turbo 3.61993-1994~1,437
Turbo S1993~86
Carrera RS (Euro)1992-1993~2,282
RS America1993-1994~701
Speedster1993-1994~936
Total1989-1994~63,762

Colours (Selected Factory Options)

Colour CodeColour Name
L700Black
L908Grand Prix White
L027Guards Red
L39ESpeed Yellow
LY5TMaritime Blue
L37UMidnight Blue Metallic
LM6WRubystone Red
L80KAmazon Green Metallic
LM8VAmethyst Metallic
L37WCobalt Blue Metallic
LY7CSlate Grey Metallic
L94EPolar Silver Metallic

Model Variants Summary

Carrera 2 (1990-1994)

SpecValue
EngineM64/02, 3,600 cc, 250 hp
DriveRear-wheel drive
Gearbox5-speed G50/05 manual or 4-speed Tiptronic
Body StylesCoupe, Targa, Cabriolet
Weight1,350 kg (coupe, manual)

Carrera 4 (1989-1994)

SpecValue
EngineM64/01, 3,600 cc, 250 hp
DriveAll-wheel drive (31/69 default split)
Gearbox5-speed G50/01 manual
Body StylesCoupe, Targa, Cabriolet
Weight1,450 kg (coupe)

Turbo 3.3 (1991-1992)

SpecValue
EngineM30/69, 3,299 cc turbo, 320 hp
DriveRear-wheel drive
Gearbox5-speed G50/52 manual
Body StyleCoupe (wide body)
Weight1,470 kg

Turbo 3.6 (1993-1994)

SpecValue
EngineM64/50, 3,600 cc turbo, 360 hp
DriveRear-wheel drive
Gearbox5-speed G50/52 manual
Body StyleCoupe (wide body)
Weight1,470 kg

Carrera RS (1992-1993)

SpecValue
EngineM64/03, 3,600 cc, 260 hp
DriveRear-wheel drive
Gearbox5-speed G50/05 manual (close ratio)
Body StyleCoupe (standard body)
Weight1,220 kg

RS America (1993-1994)

SpecValue
EngineM64/02, 3,600 cc, 250 hp
DriveRear-wheel drive
Gearbox5-speed G50/05 manual
Body StyleCoupe (standard body)
Weight1,310 kg

Speedster (1993-1994)

SpecValue
EngineM64/02, 3,600 cc, 250 hp
DriveRear-wheel drive
Gearbox5-speed G50/05 manual
Body StyleSpeedster (narrow body or Turbo Look wide body)
Weight1,340 kg
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