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The four 968 versions listed here, built from 1991 to 1995, share a 2.990 L inline four-cylinder. The 16-valve M44/12 with Bosch Motronic injection produces 240 hp in the coupé, the cabriolet and the lightweight Club Sport; it combines a toothed belt with a chain between the camshafts (VarioCam). The Turbo S, with its 8-valve M44/60, reaches 305 hp and was built in just 14 examples. Use this page to confirm your 968's engine before ordering.
| Version | Period | Engine code | Displacement (L) | Power (hp) | Fuel | Carburettor / Injection | Cylinders / Valves | Timing drive | Torque (Nm) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 968 Coupé | 1991–1995 | M44/12 | 2.990 | 240 | Petrol | Bosch Motronic injection | Inline-4 / 16 | Belt | 305 @ 4100 | Toothed belt; chain between the two camshafts (VarioCam) |
| 968 Cabriolet | 1992–1995 | M44/12 | 2.990 | 240 | Petrol | Bosch Motronic injection | Inline-4 / 16 | Belt | 305 @ 4100 | |
| 968 Club Sport | 1993–1995 | M44/12 | 2.990 | 240 | Petrol | Bosch Motronic injection | Inline-4 / 16 | Belt | 305 @ 4100 | Lightweight (~1,320 kg) |
| 968 Turbo S | 1993 | M44/60 (turbo) | 2.990 | 305 | Petrol | Injection + turbo | Inline-4 / 8 | Belt | 500 @ 3000 | 14 built |
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