Porsche 356B Carrera 2

Overview

Produced: 1960-1962, 380 produced.
Types: Coupe, 2 doors

Again the "Carrera" name spelt out performance to the buyers of the 356B Carrera 2, launched in 1960 after the launch of the standard 356B. This time the Carrera 2 came equipped with a larger petrol tank to improve cruising range as well as a four-cam, dry-sump, 1588cc engine.

The 356B Carrera 2 with its outdated drum brakes was replaced by the 356C version in 1962. Just 380 cars were built in the 2 year production run.

Engines

Capacity Config Model Bore/Stroke CR
1588cc H4 4OHC Porsche Flat 4 (356 engines)    
1966cc H4 4OHC Porsche Flat 4 (356 engines)    

Drivetrain and Suspension

Drivetrain R/R
Steering Worm
Suspension Front Independent/Torsion bar
Rear Independent/Torsion bar

Performance

Top Speed 0-60 SQM MPG Engine Pwr Comment
123mph 9.2s        

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£740 £16500 £25000 26-Oct-06
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