Buick Special III · Sedan 2 doors · 1961–1963

Buick Special 3.5 AT 155 HP

GasolineManual, 6 gearsRear drive
Power
310 hp · 228 kW
Torque
360 Nm
0–100 km/h
5.3 s
Top speed
274 km/h
Fuel consumption
9.8 l/100 km
On a full tank
~660 km

Consumption and performance

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

Engine

ma1.21 · 3,436 cm³
Engine type
Gasoline
Engine code
ma1.21
Displacement
3,436 cm³
Max power
228 kW / 310 hp
Torque
360 Nm at 4750 rpm
Fuel
A98
Fuel system
Direct injection
Turbo
No
Engine position
Opposed
Cylinders
6
Valves per cylinder
4
Valvetrain
DOHC
Bore
97 mm
Stroke
77.5 mm
Compression ratio
12.5

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
1,355 kg
Max weight
1,645 kg
Boot space (min)
280 l
Boot space (max)
280 l

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Tyre size
235/55/R18 265/50/R18
Optional tyre sizes
255/40R18, 235/35R19, 265/35R19, 265/40R18, 235/40R18
Wheel fitment (PCD, CB)
DIA71.5 5x130
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Ventilated discs
Front suspension
Independent, coil spring
Rear suspension
Independent, coil spring