The following tabled information, which outlines the specifications of the 944 Turbo (1986-1988) [*], was taken primarily from the official 944 Turbo manual, however other information was collected from various sources cited throughout the resource, including magazine articles written between 1986 and 1988. The information below highlights dimensions, weight, overviews the engine and power train, chassis and suspension, as well as brakes, wheels, tires, and subsequent performance figures of the Porsche 944 Turbo. Note: some information is currently unavailable; however, any missing information will be added once it becomes available.

Dimensions:

• Length: 168.85 in. / 4289 mm
• Width: 68.31 in. / 1735 mm
• Height: 50.20 in. / 1275 mm
• Wheel base: 50.20 in. / 1275 mm
• Wheel track, front: 57.40 in. / 1457 mm
• Wheel track, rear: 56.50 in. / 1436 mm
• Ground clearance*: 4.92 in. / 125 mm (* at total permissible weight)

Weight:

• Curb weight: 2998 lbs. / 1360 kg
• Maximum load capacity: 650 lbs. / 285 kg
• Total permissible weight: 3626 lbs. / 1645 kg

Engine (M44/51):

• Powerplant: 8 valve SOHC in-line 4
• Construction: Aluminum block and heads
• Displacement: 2,479cc
• Values: 2 valves per cylinder
• Location: Front
• Bore: 99.1 mm
• Stroke: 78.7 mm
• Compression ratio: 8.0:1
• Fuel system: Bosch L-jetronic injection
• Max rpm: 6,500
• KKK K-26 #6 turbocharger
• Max boost: 0.76 bar
• Power: 220 bhp @ 6000 rpm
• Torque: 243 ft-lb @ 3500 rpm
• Output per liter: ~88 SAE net-hp

Power Train:

• Gear ratio:
  • 1st gear: currently unavailable
  • 2nd gear: currently unavailable
  • 3rd gear: currently unavailable
  • 4th gear: currently unavailable
  • 5th gear: currently unavailable
  • Reverse gear: 3.500:1

• Axle ratio: currently unavailable

• Clutch: Single plate dry dics, hydraulically operated

• Power transmission: Double constant velocity joints and drive shaft

Chassis and Suspension:

• Front: MacPherson struts with lower A-arms, coil springs, tube shocks, anti-roll bar

• Rear: Semi-trailing arms, torsion bars, tube shocks (Koni; adjustable), anti-roll bar

Brake System:

• Description: Hydraulic dual circuit brake system with front/rear brake circuits, Brake power assist (ABS)

• Discs: Internally ventilated disc brakes front and rear

• Calipers: dual piston  

Wheels and Tires:

• Type: currently unavailable

• Front: currently unavailable

• Rear: currently unavailable

Options:

• 944 option code list 

Performance Figures:

• 0-60 mph: 5.3 seconds

• Standing quarter mile time: 14.2 seconds

• Top speed: 155 mph

[*] Note: in 1988, the 944 Turbo S was unveiled, which in 1989 replaced the 944 Turbo (M44/51) as the standard Turbo model until the end of its production run.

 

 

As of today here are all the LINDSEY RACING parts i have purchased for my car:

 

 

 september 2008-october 2008 began part hunting.

october 16 2008-just bought my first mod...intercooler pipes! i purchased them from lindsey racing thanks dave! here is a generic pic

 

november 2008-to much turkey to purchase car parts!

 update! 01/08/2009 happy new years every one and im hoping to start it with a bang! my car has been waiting patiently for my return and now i must reward it. 

update 01/20/2009 so bad news for me today i was putting in my hard pipes and the damn banjo bolt snapped when i tried to remove it so know i must buy a new one also i bought a short shifter from lindsey racing. that should be here in a few days.  i forgot to purchase pva for my molds so know i must wait for that to come in the mail as well. boo hoo

here they are being installed:

got one in...................................got the second one in notice how i moved the stock air meter, (GHETTO!!!).

update 02/01/2009 so i bought a tower bar so as soon as it comes in i will take pics and put them up.(not my car in the pic)

 and here it is in the car...

 

update 03/03/2009 so i bought the stage 2 maf from lindsey racing i cant wait forit to get here!!!!! this is what it looks like(mine is black silicone though with raw aluminum)

updated 03/12/2009 maf arrived to day thank you for the fast shipping heres a pic.

updated 03/13/2009 maf is installed and idles perfect. (note idles)

update 03/14/2009 so now the pain staking process of updating the fuel to air ratio must be done using the piggyback fuel controller from lindsey racing.

update 04/09/2009 so my piggy back fuel controller came in and now the painstaking programing.

page 1 introduction

page 2 engine mods(you are here)

page 3 interior mods

page 4 audio mods

page 5 exterior mods