Porsche 959

The Porsche 959 was developed as a Group B homologation project and became one of the most technologically advanced road cars of the 1980s.
It combined twin-turbocharging, variable all-wheel drive and electronically adjustable suspension in a production vehicle.

• Engine: 2.85-litre twin-turbocharged flat-six with air-cooled cylinders and water-cooled cylinder heads
• Power: 450 hp
• Top speed: 317 km/h (Comfort), 339 km/h (Sport)
• Drivetrain: Electronically controlled all-wheel drive (PSK – Porsche-Steuer Kupplung)
• Suspension: Height-adjustable, electronically controlled damping
• Wheels: Hollow magnesium alloy rims with integrated tyre pressure monitoring system
• Production: 1986–1989
• Designer: Porsche