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Pontiac Firebird Formula

General information

ModelPontiac Firebird Formula
Year1981
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating66.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5012 ccm (305.83 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5012 ccm (305.83 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power147.00 PS (108 kW or 145 HP) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Max torque324.00 Nm (33.0 kgf-m or 239.0 ft.lbs) at 2400 Rev. per min.
Compression8.6:1
Bore x stroke95.0 x 88.4 mm (3.7 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed160.0 km/h (99.4 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0953 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space5080 litres (1,342 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle13 m (511.8 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1542 kg (3,399.5 pounds)
Overall length5040 mm (198.4 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1260 mm (49.6 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2750 mm (108.3 inches)
Fuel capacity79.0 litres (20.87 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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