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Pontiac Firebird

General information

ModelPontiac Firebird
Year1972
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating63.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4093 ccm (249.75 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4093 ccm (249.75 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power110.00 PS (81 kW or 108 HP) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Max torque237.00 Nm (24.2 kgf-m or 174.8 ft.lbs) at 1600 Rev. per min.
Compression8.0:1
Bore x stroke98.3 x 95.3 mm (3.9 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Top speed177.0 km/h (110.0 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0748 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space5110 litres (1,350 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle13 m (496.1 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1470 kg (3,240.8 pounds)
Overall length4870 mm (191.7 inches)
Overall width1870 mm (73.6 inches)
Overall height1290 mm (50.8 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2750 mm (108.3 inches)
Fuel capacity64.0 litres (16.91 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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