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Monteverdi Sierra

General information

ModelMonteverdi Sierra
Year1971
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating58 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5210 ccm (317.91 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5210 ccm (317.91 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power162.20 PS (119 kW or 160 HP) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Max torque388.00 Nm (39.6 kgf-m or 286.2 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke99.4 x 84.1 mm (3.9 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed210.0 km/h (130.5 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.1159 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (476.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1400 kg (3,086.5 pounds)
Overall length4690 mm (184.6 inches)
Overall width1830 mm (72.0 inches)
Overall height1290 mm (50.8 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2750 mm (108.3 inches)
Fuel capacity82.0 litres (21.66 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originSwitzerland
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