Buick Special III · Sedan 2 doors · 1961–1963

Buick Special 3.5 AT 200 HP

GasolineManual, 6 gearsRear drive
Power
255 hp · 188 kW
Torque
290 Nm
0–100 km/h
5.9 s
Top speed
263 km/h
Fuel consumption
9.4 l/100 km
On a full tank
~690 km

Consumption and performance

manufacturer data
Top speed
263 km/h
Acceleration 0–100 km/h
5.9 s
Fuel tank
65 l

Engine

ma1.20 · 2,893 cm³
Engine type
Gasoline
Engine code
ma1.20
Displacement
2,893 cm³
Max power
188 kW / 255 hp
Torque
290 Nm at 4400 rpm
Fuel
A98
Fuel system
Multipoint injection
Turbo
No
Engine position
Opposed
Cylinders
6
Valves per cylinder
4
Valvetrain
DOHC
Bore
89 mm
Stroke
77.5 mm
Compression ratio
11.5

Transmission

Drive
Rear
Gearbox
Manual
Gears
6

Dimensions and capacity

Body code 987 · class S
Body type
Roadster
Doors
2
Seats
2
Length
4,342 mm
Width
1,801 mm
Height
1,292 mm
Wheelbase
2,415 mm
Front track
1,490 mm
Rear track
1,534 mm
Ground clearance
121 mm
Kerb weight
1,335 kg
Max weight
1,635 kg
Boot space (min)
280 l
Boot space (max)
280 l

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Tyre size
205/55/R17 235/50/R17
Optional tyre sizes
235/35R20 / 265/35R20, 235/40R19 / 265/40R19
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