1954-1958 550 OverviewPorsche 550 Overview (1954 - 1958)
1954 - 1958
Tech Specs Summary
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- 137 - 149 mph
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- 7.0 - 8.2 seconds
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- 108 - 133 hp
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- 12.5 mpg
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- 1,400 - 1,510 lbs
The Porsche 550 was produced by the German manufacturer Porsche between 1954 - 1958. It's a rear mid engined rear-wheel drive Roadster. There are two power levels available from a 1.5 L Flat 4 gasoline engine. It has trailing-arm front suspension and swing axle rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 550 is the Porsche 550 A / 1500 RS Spyder which scores 2.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 133 hp and a power/weight ratio of 10.52 lb/hp it has a top speed of 149 mph and gets to 62 mph in 7.0 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Porsche 550 / 1500 RS Spyder is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 1.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 296 miles.