1970 Porsche 911 E 2.2 Targa
The Porsche 911E was the mid-range option in the 911 lineup. It produced 155 bhp and featured all the upgrades that came with C-Series production including longer wheelbase, Fuchs alloy wheels. Both the E and S model 911 had an aluminium engine-lid and aluminium bumpers.
In Detail
| type | Series Production Car |
| built at | Stuttgart, Germany |
| engine | Flat-6 w/Dry Sump Lubrication |
| position | Rear Longitudinal |
| aspiration | Natural |
| valvetrain | Chain-Driven SOHC |
| fuel feed | Mechincal Injection |
| displacement | 2195 cc / 133.9 in³ |
| bore | 84.0 mm / 3.31 in |
| stroke | 66.0 mm / 2.6 in |
| compression | 9.1:1 |
| power | 115.6 kw / 155 bhp @ 6200 rpm |
| specific output | 70.62 bhp per litre |
| bhp/weight | 142.99 bhp per tonne |
| torque | 191 nm / 140.9 ft lbs @ 4500 rpm |
| redline | 7400 |
| body / frame | Unit Steel |
| driven wheels | Rear Engine / RWD |
| wheel type | Aluminum Alloy |
| front tires | 185/70-15 Michelin |
| rear tires | 185/70-15 Michelin |
| front brakes | Vented Discs w/ Vacuum Assist |
| rear brakes | Vented Discs w/ Vacuum Assist |
| front wheels | F 38.1 x 15.2 cm / 15.0 x 6.0 in |
| rear wheels | R 38.1 x 15.2 cm / 15.0 x 6.0 in |
| steering | Rack & Pinion |
| curb weight | 1084 kg / 2390 lbs |
| wheelbase | 2268 mm / 89.3 in |
| front track | 1374 mm / 54.1 in |
| rear track | 1355 mm / 53.3 in |
| length | 4163 mm / 163.9 in |
| width | 1610 mm / 63.4 in |
| height | 1321 mm / 52.0 in |
| transmission | 5-Speed Manual |
| gear ratios | 3.091:1, 1.778:1, 1.217:1, 0.926:1, 0.759:1 |
| final drive | 4.428:1 |
Auction Sales History
1971 Porsche 911 E Targa 9111210812 –
Although little is known of the early history of this D-series Porsche 911 E Targa, it is currently finished in a Pearl White, and according to factory records, it originally left the factory painted in 221 Light Metallic Green with a tan leatherette interior and its requisite black removable soft top panel. The consignor states that this car was fitted with the very desirable Recaro-made leather sport seat option, which offers deeper bolsters on the backrest and bottom cushions for both driver and passenger comfort during enthusiastic driving. Additionally, it includes side mouldings and German-language instrumentation. The consignor also notes that the engine has been fitted with a factory-installed catalytic converter. Auction Source: 2014 Paris by RM Auctions
1970 Porsche 911 E Targa 9110210715 – sold for $176,000 Wonderfully original, with 5,000 actual miles. Single-family ownership from new. Complete with unused original tools and numerous rare accessories. The next best thing to a “new” 1970 911. Auction Source: 2014 Arizona by RM Auctions
