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The Coupe version of the Firebird model has a 6555 cc (400.0 ci) 16 valve V 8 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.
This particular Pontiac Firebird 6.6L Trans Am has a 4 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.
The Firebird's 6555 cc (400.0 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 220 bhp (164 kW) @ 4000 rpm.
The Pontiac Firebird produces torque measuring 319 lb-ft (432.5 Nm) @ 2800 rpm.
The Firebird weighs around 1623 kg (3578 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 135.5 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 196.5 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The Pontiac Firebird 6.6L Trans Am - [1979] has a top speed of 134 mph (215.6 kph)
This Firebird accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 6.90 seconds or 0-100kph in 7.1s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 14.68 seconds with a trap speed of 86.1 mph.
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0-60mph: 5.10 seconds
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