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Pontiac GTO

General information

ModelPontiac GTO
Year1970
Rating63.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size6546 ccm (399.44 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement6546 ccm (399.44 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 8 cylinder
Max power260.00 PS (191 kW or 256 HP) at 4400 Rev. per min.
Max torque461.00 Nm (47.0 kgf-m or 340.0 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Compression10.3:1
Bore x stroke104.6 x 95.3 mm (4.1 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1595 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space5540 litres (1,464 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (480.3 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1630 kg (3,593.5 pounds)
Overall length5160 mm (203.1 inches)
Overall width1950 mm (76.8 inches)
Overall height1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Wheelbase2850 mm (112.2 inches)
Fuel capacity67.0 litres (17.70 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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