Overview
This incarnation of the Carrera GT used the 1588cc engine but uprated to produce 115bhp. Weight was saved by using aluminium doors, bonnet and engine lid.
This was a more race-orientated car than the standard 1600GS.
How to spot
- Carrera badges on front wings and rear end
- no overriders
- extra louvres each side of main engine cover vent
Variations
The 1600GS Carrera GT de Luxe was available only as a Coupe
Specification
Capacity: 1588cc
Compression ratio: 9.5:1
Maximum Power: 115bhp @ 6500rpm
Maximum Torque: 135Nm @ 5500rpm
Brakes: Front: 280x40mm drums; rear: 280x40mm drums
Suspension: Front: Two swinging arms with two transverse torsion bar springs, telescopic dampers and anti-roll bar; Rear: Swing axles with torsion bar springs and telescopic dampers
Wheels & Tyres: Front: 4.5Jx15 with 5.90/15 tyres 4.5Jx15 with 5.90/15 tyres
Length: 3950mm
Width: 1670mm
Weight: 950kg
Did you know?
The 1600GS Carrera GT had plastic rear and side windows to save weight.