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Pontiac GTO 455

General information

ModelPontiac GTO 455
Year1970
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating53.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size7460 ccm (455.21 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement7460 ccm (455.21 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power365.00 PS (268 kW or 360 HP) at 4300 Rev. per min.
Max torque678.00 Nm (69.1 kgf-m or 500.1 ft.lbs) at 2700 Rev. per min.
Compression10.3:1
Bore x stroke105.4 x 106.9 mm (4.1 x 4.2 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.2128 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space5760 litres (1,522 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (464.6 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1715 kg (3,780.9 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)
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