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Buick Series 40

General information

ModelBuick Series 40
Year1936
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3824 ccm (233.34 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3824 ccm (233.34 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 8 cylinder
Max power92.7 PS (68 kW or 91 HP) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke78.6 x 98.5 mm (3.1 x 3.9 inches)
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Top speed129.0 km/h (80.2 mph)
0-50 miles12.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0650 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1430 kg (3,152.6 pounds)
Overall length4980 mm (196.1 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Wheelbase3230 mm (127.2 inches)
Fuel capacity95.0 litres (25.10 gallons)
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