Racing car of the year 1971 in the catalog - Porsche 917 and Ferrari 512 M
The 1971 Automobil-Revue catalog has a few surprises in store. For example, the fighting cocks of the 24-hour classic Le Mans can be found among everyday cars such as the VW Beetle or the Opel Kadett. Compared to these, the performance data of the cars of the time seem all the more impressive.
Ferrari 512 M
Unladen weight (DIN) 930 kg, 12 cylinder engine. in V 60 (87x70 mm), 4994 cm3, compression 11.8:1, 550-620 hp at 8500 rpm, 110-124 hp/L; octane requirement super petrol, top speed 250-350 km/h depending on gear ratio, power output 1.5- 1.7 kg/hp.
Porsche 917
Plastic body 2-door, kerb weight (DIN) coupé 885 kg, spider 910 kg.
12-cyl.Boxer engine (85x66 mm), 4494 cm3 or (86x70.4 mm) 4907 cm3; Compr. 10.5:1; 560-600 hp (DIN) at 8300 rpm, approx. 125 hp/L (DIN); 50 mkg (DIN) at 6800 rpm; octane requirement 100 RON, top speed (depending on lower gear)) 320 km/h (factory); power-to-weight ratio 1.48-1.63 kg/hp (DIN).
It's worth leafing through the catalog, maybe you'll find some more gems.
