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Opel Admiral 2.8

General information

ModelOpel Admiral 2.8
Year1969
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating61.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2784 ccm (169.88 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2784 ccm (169.88 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power165.00 PS (121 kW or 163 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque233.00 Nm (23.8 kgf-m or 171.9 ft.lbs) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke92.0 x 69.8 mm (3.6 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1119 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5270 litres (1,392 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (425.2 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1475 kg (3,251.8 pounds)
Overall length4910 mm (193.3 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1460 mm (57.5 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2860 mm (112.6 inches)
Fuel capacity80.0 litres (21.14 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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