Porsche 917 - A Masterpiece of Lightweight Engineering
The Porsche 917 was all about shedding weight for maximum speed. From the titanium wheel nuts to the fiberglass body, every part of this car was designed for performance. With no unnecessary trim or materials, this 240 mph legend showcases the perfect balance of lightweight construction and aerodynamics. #917Day
About Porsche 917
The Porsche 917 is a sports prototype race car developed by German manufacturer Porsche to exploit the regulations regarding the construction of 5-litre sports cars. Powered by a Type 912 flat-12 engine which was progressively enlarged from 4.5 to 5.0 litres, the 917 was introduced in 1969 and initially proved unwieldy on the race track but continuous development improved the handling and it went on to dominate sports-car racing in 1970 and 1971. In 1970 it gave Porsche its first overall win at ...
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