Buick Special III · Cabrio · 1961–1963

Buick Special 3.5 AT 185 HP

GasolineManual, 6 gearsRear drive
Power
305 hp · 224 kW
Torque
500 Nm
0–100 km/h
4.9 s
Top speed
282 km/h
Fuel consumption
8.8 l/100 km
On a full tank
~840 km

Consumption and performance

manufacturer data
Top speed
282 km/h
Acceleration 0–100 km/h
4.9 s
Fuel tank
74 l

Engine

M44.60 · 2,990 cm³
Engine type
Gasoline
Engine code
M44.60
Displacement
2,990 cm³
Max power
224 kW / 305 hp
Torque
500 Nm at 3000 rpm
Fuel
A95
Fuel system
Multipoint injection
Turbo
Turbo
Engine position
In front
Cylinders
4
Valves per cylinder
4
Valvetrain
DOHC
Bore
104 mm
Stroke
88 mm
Compression ratio
7.5

Transmission

Drive
Rear
Gearbox
Manual
Gears
6

Dimensions and capacity

class S
Body type
Coupe
Doors
2
Seats
2
Length
4,320 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
1,275 mm
Wheelbase
2,400 mm
Front track
1,470 mm
Rear track
1,450 mm
Ground clearance
125 mm
Kerb weight
1,300 kg
Max weight
1,730 kg
Boot space (min)
225 l
Boot space (max)
510 l

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Tyre size
265/35/R18
Wheel fitment (PCD, CB)
DIA71.6 5x130
Wheel fasteners
Bolts M14x1.5
Wheel tightening torque
130 Nm
Tyre pressure
2.5 bar
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Front suspension
Independent, coil spring
Rear suspension
Independent, coil spring