Buick Special II Facelift 3 · Coupe · 1958–1958

Buick Special 6.0 AT 251 HP

GasolineManual, 5 gearsRear drive
Power
190 hp · 140 kW
Torque
230 Nm
0–100 km/h
7.9 s
Top speed
228 km/h
Fuel consumption
9.2 l/100 km
Other versions of this body · 2

Consumption and performance

manufacturer data
Top speed
228 km/h
Acceleration 0–100 km/h
7.9 s

Engine

M44.40 · 2,479 cm³
Engine type
Gasoline
Engine code
M44.40
Displacement
2,479 cm³
Max power
140 kW / 190 hp
Torque
230 Nm at 4300 rpm
Fuel system
Multipoint injection
Turbo
No
Engine position
In front
Cylinders
4
Valves per cylinder
4
Valvetrain
DOHC
Bore
100 mm
Stroke
78.9 mm
Compression ratio
10.9

Transmission

Drive
Rear
Gearbox
Manual
Gears
5

Dimensions and capacity

class S
Body type
Coupe
Doors
2
Seats
4
Length
4,230 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
1,275 mm
Wheelbase
2,400 mm
Front track
1,477 mm
Rear track
1,451 mm
Ground clearance
125 mm
Kerb weight
1,280 kg
Max weight
1,600 kg

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Tyre size
195/65/R15
Optional tyre sizes
185/70R15, 195/65R15, 205/55R16, 215/60R15
Wheel fitment (PCD, CB)
DIA71.6 5x130
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Ventilated discs
Front suspension
Independent, coil spring
Rear suspension
Independent, coil spring