This S 4.8 PDK (400 hp) engine was fitted in the 970 Fastback, which was produced by Porsche from 2009 to 2013. In addition to this engine, 10 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.
| Maximum torque | 500Nm |
|---|---|
| Engine type | Gasoline |
| Displacement | 4806cm3 |
| Engine power | 400bhp |
| RPM at max power | from 6 500RPM |
| Injection type | Direct injection |
| Cylinder layout | V-type |
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| RPM at max torque | 3500up to 5 000 RPM |
| Bore | 96mm |
| Stroke | 83mm |
| Body type | Fastback |
|---|---|
| Seats | 4 |
| Length | 4970mm |
| Width | 1931mm |
| Height | 1418mm |
| Wheelbase | 2920mm |
| Front track | 1658mm |
| Rear track | 1662mm |
| Ground clearance | 143mm |
| Max. boot capacity | 1263litre |
| Min. boot capacity | 445litre |
| Kerb weight | 1800kg |
| Gross weight | 2405kg |
| Displacement | 605kg |
| Fuel | 98 RON |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 283km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 5.4second |
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 15.5litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 7.6litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 10.5litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 80litre |
| Emission standard | EURO V |
| Cruising range | from 520 to 1 050km |
| Front suspension | Independent, Double wishbone |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent, Multi wishbone |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated disc |
| Gearbox | Electronic |
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| Drive wheels | Rear-wheel drive |
| Turning circle | 12m |
| Number of gears | 7 |
| City | 18.6 litres / 100km |
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| Highway | 9.1 litres / 100km |
| Average | 12.6 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.