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Pontiac Firebird 5.8

General information

ModelPontiac Firebird 5.8
Year1970
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating54.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5792 ccm (353.43 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5792 ccm (353.43 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 8 cylinder
Max power160.00 PS (118 kW or 158 HP) at 4400 Rev. per min.
Max torque366.00 Nm (37.3 kgf-m or 270.0 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1009 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space5110 litres (1,350 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (476.4 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1585 kg (3,494.3 pounds)
Overall length4880 mm (192.1 inches)
Overall width1870 mm (73.6 inches)
Overall height1290 mm (50.8 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2750 mm (108.3 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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