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III Alpenfahrt, 16-23.06.1912 (Ferdinand Porsche (Austro-Daimler), – third place)

Start and finish in Vienna. Total distance: 2,364 km. 85 competitors started, 72 qualified.

Basic rules:
a) non-stop movement from the start to the finish of each stage; stopping will result in penalty points;
b) engine shutdown is prohibited during the race; violations will result in penalty points;
c) a mechanic is required;
d) the engine and its components are sealed; topping up with water and gasoline is permitted.

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