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Pontiac Firebird Trans Am

General information

ModelPontiac Firebird Trans Am
Year2001
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating59.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5698 ccm (347.69 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5698 ccm (347.69 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power314.30 PS (231 kW or 310 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque461.04 Nm (47.0 kgf-m or 340.1 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.1:1
Bore x stroke99.0 x 92.0 mm (3.9 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel controlPushrod/overhead valve (OHV)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.2040 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4550 litres (1,202 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (488.2 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1541 kg (3,397.3 pounds)
Overall length4930 mm (194.1 inches)
Overall width1900 mm (74.8 inches)
Overall height1310 mm (51.6 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2570 mm (101.2 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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