Car Review: 1986 Porsche 944 Turbo

I thought today, to follow off of yesterday's post, I would write a quick review of the car which was featured. In that vein, allow me to introduce you to the 1986 Porsche 944 turbo. As you can see, it's a fairly good-looking car, but when it comes to Porsches, I would argue that looks aren't the most important concern. It's all about the power.

So, let's talk power. The first thing that you need to know about this car is that when it was made, way back in the dark ages, it was the fastest 4 cylinder production car in the world. The 1987 version, known to that select group of people we call "Porsche Enthusiasts" as the 951, was actually designed to replace the Porsche 911. That, as we all know, went well. That's why there is such a long and confusing line of 951 models available today.

Wait....

I may have my facts confused.

These are all 911s!

Except for this. This is a Nissan. Poser.

In any case, we're not talking about the  1987 951, we're talking about the 1986 944. So now, let's talk about what's what in that car. First, and most strikingly for people who are familiar with the current Porsche line, the car was front-engined. This little four-cylinder engine developed 217 bhp, and had a top speed of 157 mph. 0 to 60 took just 6 seconds (Car and Driver). I can't really talk about the handling, on account of the fact that the only driving that I ever did in it was stalling it 21 times. However, from the way my dad and brothers drove it, without ever killing themselves or others, it handles quite well.

Second, and take caution here because this may blow your minds, it could carry four people...if two of them were very small contortionists. I know this for a fact, because I always had to ride in the back seat. You haven't lived until you've ridden four hours in a car that's louder than a lion with a bladder infection, in a space that wouldn't fit a mouse comfortably. Although, the engine noise was quite good. It just got annoying after awhile.

As for the interior, the quality was quite good. Except for one thing. Leather. Leather. I think we all know how I feel about leather.

So to sum up, this was a good car.  And, if you get one in working order today, it still is a good car.