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Porsche 935/78 "Moby Dick"
Page 1: Origins & development
Page 2: Origins & development continued
Page 3: Silverstone & Le Mans 1978
Page 4: Race History & Technical Details
MOBY DICK GALLERY

 

Technical Data

Engine: Six-cylinder, four-valve, water/air-cooled opposed-piston, turbo engine, four cogweel-driven overhead camshafts

Output: 750 HP at 8200 RPM

Displacement: 3211 cc

Fuel system: Bosch mechanical injection pump, 120 litre fuel tank

Driveline: Four-speed gearbox, no differential

Chassis: Light-metal, tubular space frame, plastic body, independent suspension, coil springs, vented disc brakes

Dimensions and weight: Wheelbase 2279 mm, length 4890 mm, width 1990 mm, height 1200 mm, weight 1025 kg (without fuel)

Performance: Top speed 227 mph (365 km/h)

Chassis No. of the museum car: 935 007

 

 

Race History

May 1978 Silverstone 6 Hours: 1st place

June 1978 24 Heures Du Mans: 8th Place

Sept 1978 Vallelunga 6 Hours: DNF (Reitred from 1st position)

Sept 1978 Norisring (German Championship): DNF (Retired early - brakes)

 

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