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Pontiac Firebird Trans Am

General information

ModelPontiac Firebird Trans Am
Year1985
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60.1 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5013 ccm (305.89 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5013 ccm (305.89 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power192.60 PS (142 kW or 190 HP) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Max torque325.00 Nm (33.1 kgf-m or 239.7 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke95.0 x 88.4 mm (3.7 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed205.0 km/h (127.4 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.1307 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (488.2 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 267 mm
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1474 kg (3,249.6 pounds)
Overall length4880 mm (192.1 inches)
Overall width1850 mm (72.8 inches)
Overall height1270 mm (50.0 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2570 mm (101.2 inches)
Fuel capacity61.0 litres (16.12 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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