What was the fastest american car of the 1980's?

We found the Porsche 959 as the fastest from the 80s. This beast is capable of running from 0-60 in only 3.6 seconds, while covering the ¼ mile in 12 seconds flat.

Porsche 959 Specifications and Features courtesy of Car and Driver:

Vehicle Type:

rear-engine

4-wheel-drive

2+2 passenger

2-door coupe

Engine Type:

twin-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC flat-6

aluminum block, cylinders, and heads

port fuel injection

Displacement:

174 cu in, 2849 cc

Power: 444 hp @ 6500 rpm

Torque: 369 lb-ft @ 5500 rpm

Transmission

6-speed manual

Dimensions

Wheelbase: 89.4 in

Length: 167.7 in

Width: 72.4 in Height: 47.2 in

Curb weight: 3500 lb

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Monday, March 14 2016