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Porsche 911 G-Series

Years1977–1987
BodyCoupe
Variants3
DesignerFerdinand Butzi Porsche
AssemblyGermany: Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg
Engines

The Porsche 911 G-Series is a coupe, produced 1977–1987.

Porsche 911 1977 coupe front view

Porsche 911 G-Series at a glance

Versions

This generation includes 3 variants available in Petrol, with outputs ranging from 231 to 300 hp.

Performance

The quickest variant in this generation reaches 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds. All variants in this generation use RWD drive. Porsche 911 Turbo leads this generation by power.

Select a variant below to compare full specifications, or use the fuel filter to narrow the list by powertrain type.

Porsche 911 G-Series3 variants

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Variant
Power
0–100
Cons.
CO₂
Score
Porsche 911 Turbo
3,299 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
300hp / 220 kW
5.4s
12.3l/100km
-
3.2
Porsche 911 Targa SC
3,164 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
231hp / 170 kW
6.1s
9.8l/100km
-
3.1
Porsche 911 Coupé SC
3,164 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
231hp / 170 kW
6.1s
9.8l/100km
-
3.2
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Updated Jun 2026 · Specifications sourced from manufacturer press releases and homologation documents.
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Quick answers

What body type is the Porsche 911 (1977-1987)?

The Porsche 911 (1977-1987) is a coupe. All 3 variants in this generation share this body configuration. Full specifications including dimensions, weight, and cargo volume are listed on each variant page.

How many variants does the Porsche 911 (1977-1987) have?

The Porsche 911 (1977-1987) has 3 variants, each representing a distinct combination of engine output, transmission type, and equipment level. Browse the table below to compare power, acceleration, and consumption across all specs.

What years was the Porsche 911 (1977-1987) produced?

The Porsche 911 (1977-1987) was produced 1977–1987. During this production run the model was offered with multiple engine options and powertrain configurations. All variants from this period remain indexed with their original manufacturer specifications.

What fuel types are available in the Porsche 911 (1977-1987)?

The Porsche 911 (1977-1987) is available in Petrol. Each fuel variant carries its own consumption rating, CO₂ output, and performance figures. Use the fuel filter above to narrow the list by powertrain type.

Is the Porsche 911 (1977-1987) available as a diesel?

No. In this generation the Porsche 911 (1977-1987) is offered only in Petrol; no diesel version is indexed.