I was turning about 1200 RPM in 6th at 60 MPH and was still able to accelerate comfortably up a good size hill.
The Vette had the same acceleration in 6th gear turning 1200 RPM as my '83 944 does in 5th at 2400 RPM.
It was a pretty comfy car overall.
Speedy
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1983 944 guards red with 16" Fuchs, Host of Wisconsin area timing/ balance shaft belt tensioning party
1987 944S Purchased from Legion. Corvette LT-1 V-8 conversion with Mega Squirt II
Check on progress --->
www.porschehybrids.com/gallery/speedracing944
Favorite Road =
www.tailofthedragon.com 318 turns in 11 miles (11 min 20 sec best run)