The Porsche's we owned - History from 2004-2005
The S2 was bought as a work horse at the time we have won more that 10 concourse titles and it was decided none of this concourse cars anymore. The S2 was not in the same category as the other cars as far as condition goes.
That is the reason that we bought it, to use it as a daily commuter.
This car with the three liter high output and good torque was really a pleasure to drive in any type of traffic. Even the bumper to bumper peak traffic was no problem at all.
The S2 was no slow coach as it had a top speed of 240 kph and 0-100 in 6 seconds.
This car was a lot of fun to drive. It was very maneuverable and handled superb. The car was also not so heavy as far as fuel consumption.
The Driving impressions of the 944S2
Here are some of my impressions with regards to driveability
You must keep in mind that the older cars should not be compared to the technology available today .
Performance :
This S2 was a superb car. It was stock standard and was bought to commute 100 mile per day. This is the car that I must say is most enjoyable to use in city and open roads. The torque was just so nice and to pass cars was a dream. This car was quick of the mark and had a top speed of 149 MPH (240 KMH) and it got there quick. The car is a pleasure to drive, the sport seats, ride height, clearance and every thing else was just right It had a five speed gearbox and the shift was perfect the clutch pedal was soft and easy in traffic.
Handling :
The 944 was good in this category. This car handled superb. I never took it to the track but on the road it was perfectly balanced even side winds did not make an impact.
Braking ability :
The braking ability of this car was good no mater what the conditions this was due to the magnificent 4 pod calipers all round as well as the ABS..
Overall:
The best and fastest work horse I have ever owned.!!!!!!!!!!
The Technical specification of the 944 S2
Colour : Champaigne
Engine
Engine Design: 4 cylinder In line
Engine Installation: Front engined
Engine Cooling system: Water cooled
Engine Type: M44/41
Engine Displacement (cc): 2990
Engine Bore and stroke (mm): 100 x 88
Engine Output DIN (kW/Hp): 155/211 at 5800 RPM
Engine Maximum Torque (Nm/lb ft): 280/2079 at 4000 RPM
Engine Output per litre (kW/l/hp/l): 51.8/70.6
Engine Compression ratio: 10.9:1
Valve operation and camshaft drive: dOhc, cams driven by syncroniousbelt drive, 4 valves per cylinder
Carburation: Bosch DME L Jetronic fuel injection
Ignition system: Bosch DME breakerless ignition
Firing order: 1-3-4-2
Engine lubrication: Full pressure oil lubrication
Engine Oil Total (l): 6.5
Transmission
Drive configuration: Rear axle drive, transaxle system
Manual gearbox: 5 speed
Transmission type: 083F
Transmission Ratios
1st Gear: 3.500
2nd Gear: 2.059
3rd Gear: 1.400
4th Gear: 1.034
5th Gear: 0.778
Reverse Gear: 3.500
Final drive ratio: 3.8757
Limited slip differential 40%
Body
Body design: Steel coupe body, 2 doors, 2+2 seats, Completely hot dipped galvanised mono body shell , Side impact protection beams in doors, Flexible poly urathane front and rear bumpers, poly urathane rear spoiler
Suspension
Suspension, front: Independant suspension with aluminium wishbones McPherson struts with coil springs, dual tube gas filled shock absorbers and anti roll bar
Suspension, rear: Individually suspended on drive shafts, transverse torsion bars on each side in transaxle tube, light alloy transverse tube suspension, dual tube gas filled shoch absorbers and anti roll bar
Brakes
Brakes, front (Size (mm): Ventilated disks (298x28)
Brakes, rear (Size (mm): Ventilated disks (299x24)
Brakes, front callipers : Red 4 piston fixed aluminium monoblock
Brakes, rear callipers : Red 4 piston fixed aluminium monoblock
Brakes, Control : ABS
Wheels front : 7J x 16
Wheels rear : 8J x 16
Tyres front : 205/55 ZR-16 Sport
Tyres rear : 225/50 ZR-16 Sport
Electrical System
Genernator (W/Amps) : 1610/115
Battery (V/Ah) : 12/63
Dimensions and weight
Track, front (mm) : 1477
Track, rear (mm) : 1451
Wheelbase (mm) : 2400
Length (mm) : 4230
Width (mm) : 1735
Height (mm) : 1275
Kerb weight (kg) : 1310
Permissible gross weight (kg) : 1650
Fuel tank capacity (l): 80 including a 8.0l reserve
Power to weight ratio (kg/kW/kg/hp): 8.45/6.21
Fuel consumption :
Fuel type : 95 RON unleaded
Performance :
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (s) : 7.1
Acceleration 0-161 km/h (s) : TBA
Maximum speed (mph/kph) : 149/240
Production totals : 9352