PORSCHE 956

With the 956 type, Porsche won the worldchampionship title threetimes in successsion from 1982 to 1984 and won also the 24 Hours of Le Mans each season. Their drivers were Stefan Bellof (the Drivers´World Champion 1984), Jochen Mass, Derek Bell, Jochen Mass and Hans Joachim Stuck.

Model Designation: Porsche 956 Years: 1982 - 1984 Engine: 2.6 litres 6 cylinder boxer turbocharged, 600 hp

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