Buick Special II Facelift · Cabrio · 1954–1955

Buick Special 4.3 AT 188 HP

GasolineManual, 5 gearsRear drive
Power
330 hp · 243 kW
Torque
430 Nm
0–100 km/h
5.8 s
Top speed
275 km/h
Fuel consumption
21.9 l/100 km
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Consumption and performance

manufacturer data
Top speed
275 km/h
Acceleration 0–100 km/h
5.8 s

Engine

M28.47 · 4,957 cm³
Engine type
Gasoline
Engine code
M28.47
Displacement
4,957 cm³
Max power
243 kW / 330 hp
Torque
430 Nm at 4100 rpm
Fuel
A92
Fuel system
Mono injection
Turbo
No
Engine position
V type
Cylinders
8
Valves per cylinder
4
Valvetrain
DOHC
Bore
100 mm
Stroke
78.9 mm
Compression ratio
10

Transmission

Drive
Rear
Gearbox
Manual
Gears
5

Dimensions and capacity

class S
Body type
Coupe
Doors
2
Seats
4
Length
4,250 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,275 mm
Wheelbase
2,500 mm
Front track
1,550 mm
Rear track
1,615 mm
Ground clearance
120 mm
Kerb weight
1,580 kg
Boot space (min)
200 l
Boot space (max)
200 l

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Front suspension
Independent, coil spring
Rear suspension
Independent, coil spring