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Porsche 911 (901) Specs & Chassis Numbers

Compare the listed Porsche 911 (901) specifications and understand how to check an older chassis number. The listed variants predate the modern 17-character VIN format supported by our decoder. 5 listed variants. Free, no registration.

1964–1973 5 variants Coupe Petrol
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Model-family illustration. Body style and generation may differ. Photo: Matti Blume, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Identifying this older vehicle

Original chassis numbers from before the modern VIN standard can be shorter and use manufacturer-specific formats. Do not add characters to make one fit a 17-character form. Compare the original markings with the registration papers and the correct period manual; a later registration or replacement identity plate needs its own supporting documents.

The NHTSA vPIC decoder is intended for model years 1981 onward. The specification rows below are a reference for comparison, not authentication of an individual car.

Porsche 911 (901) specs by variant

All 5 listed variants, grouped by fuel and gearbox. Open a group and compare the listed years, engine, power and emissions. On a small screen, scroll the table sideways.

Petrol · MANUAL 5 variants
VariantListed yearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
2.4L S 5MT (190 HP) 1964–1973 Petrol 2.3 L 188 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —
2.0L S 5MT (160 HP) 1964–1973 Petrol 2.0 L 158 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —
2.2L E 5MT (155 HP) 1964–1973 Petrol 2.2 L 153 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —
2.0L E 5MT (140 HP) 1964–1973 Petrol 2.0 L 138 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —
2.0L 5MT (140 HP) 1964–1973 Petrol 2.0 L 129 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —

Specification reference from cardata.wiki. A question mark means a year boundary is missing from the source, not that production continues. An empty field means the source did not provide that value. Confirm the fitted engine, transmission and equipment against the car’s documents. How specification matching works.

Using the Porsche 911 (901) specifications

Start with the car’s year, body and engine, then compare the matching row. Several variants may share a model name while differing in power, transmission or drive layout. If the advert conflicts with the registration or manufacturer documents, resolve the mismatch before relying on the specifications. The catalog does not authenticate an older vehicle’s chassis or restoration.

Other 911 generations and versions

The same nameplate across body styles and chassis generations.

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Porsche 911 (901) identification FAQ

Can this tool decode an original Porsche 911 (901) chassis number?+
The variants listed here predate the modern 17-character VIN format. The decoder does not support their original short chassis numbers. Use the vehicle’s documents, original identification markings and a manufacturer archive or model specialist to investigate its identity.
Where should I check the Porsche 911 (901) identification number?+
Start with the registration documents and the original chassis or identification plate. Location and format depend on the vehicle’s era and body. Consult the correct period manual rather than assuming modern windscreen or door-label locations.
What do the Porsche 911 (901) dates in this catalog mean?+
The source lists years 1964–1973 across 5 variants. A question mark means a year boundary was not supplied. These are catalog dates, not a verified production history or an individual vehicle’s build date.
Is the Porsche 911 (901) specification reference free?+
Yes. You can read the listed specifications without an account. They are reference data and should be checked against period manufacturer documents when identifying or restoring a vehicle.

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