The Porsche 918 Spyder Engine
The Porsche 918 Spyder is powered by a naturally aspirated 4.6 Litre V8 engine that delivers 453 kW (607 hp) of power. The Porsche engineers then added two electric motors, one on each axle and these motors give the car an additional 208 kW (279 hp) giving the car a total of 661 kW (887 hp). The engine is mid-mounted and delivers power to all four wheels through a 7-speed dual clutch gear box.
Porsche 918 Spyder Specifications
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Production | 2013 - 2015 |
| Length | 4,643 mm (182.8 inches) |
| Width | 1,940 mm (76.4 inches) |
| Height | 1,167 mm (45.9 inches) |
| Weight | 1,700 kilograms (3,700 lb) |
| Fuel Delivery | Hybrid |
| Transmission | Dual Clutch PDK |
| Number of Gears | 7 |
| Engine Size | 4.6 Litre with dual electric motors |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| 0-60Mph | 2.2 Seconds |
| Top Speed | 340 km/h (210 mph) |
| Power | 661 kW (887 hp) |
| List Price (US) | $847,000 |
| Manufacturer Website | Porsche |
Porsche 918 Spyder Top Speed
The combination of the powerful V8 engine, the all-wheel drive system and the two electric motors give the Porsche 918 some incredible performance figures. The car can accelerate from 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) in 2.2 seconds and a top speed of an incredible 340 km/h (210 mph).
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