1972 Pontiac Firebird specifications

1972 Pontiac Firebird data
 
bodywork
Body type2+2 seater fixed-head coupé
Number of doors2
Designer
dimensions & weights
Wheelbase 2743 mm 108 inches
Track/tread (front) 1557 mm 61.3 inches
Track/tread (rear) 1524 mm 60 inches
Length 4867 mm 191.6 inches
Width 1864 mm 73.4 inches
Height 1280 mm 50.4 inches
Ground clearance 117 mm 4.6 inches
length:wheelbase ratio 1.77
Kerb weight 1469 kg 3239 lb
Weight distribution
fuel tank capacity 64 litres 14.1 [16.9] UK [US] gal.
aerodynamics
Drag coefficient
Frontal area
CdA
Powertrain
engine type naturally aspirated petrol
Engine manufacturer GM
Engine code
Cylinders Straight 6
Capacity 4.1 litre
4093 cc
(249.77 cu in)
Bore × Stroke 98.4 × 89.7 mm
3.87 × 3.53 in
Bore/stroke ratio 1.1
Valve gear overhead valve (OHV)
2 valves per cylinder
12 valves in total
maximum power output
(DIN)		 112 PS (110 bhp) (82 kW)
at 3800 rpm
maximum torque
(DIN)		 251 Nm (185 ft·lb) (25.6 kgm)
at 1600 rpm
Specific output
(DIN)		 20 kW/litre
27.2 ps/litre
26.9 bhp/litre
0.44 bhp/cu in
Specific torque
(DIN)		 61.32 Nm/litre
0.74 ft·lb/cu3
Engine construction cast iron block & head
Lubrication wet sumped
compression ratio 8.5:1
Fuel system 1 Ro 7041017 carb
bmep (brake mean effective pressure) 770.6 kPa (111.8 psi)
Maximum RPM 4200 rpm
crankshaft bearings 7
Engine coolant Water
Unitary capacity 682.17 cc
Aspiration Normal
Compressor N/A
Intercooler None
Catalytic converter
performance
Acceleration 0-80km/h (50mph)
Acceleration 0-60mph
Acceleration 0-100km/h
Acceleration 0-160km/h (100mph)
Standing quarter-mile
Standing kilometre
Maximum speed 161 km/h (100 mph)
Power-to-weight ratio Higher is better
75.92 PS/tonne (1000 kg)
0.08 PS/kg
55.84 kW/tonne (1000 kg)
0.06 kW/kg
74.88 bhp/tonne (1000 kg)
0.07 bhp/kg
0.03 bhp/lb
Weight-to-power ratio Lower is better
17.91 kg/kW
29.91 lb/bhp
fuel consumption
Fuel consumption
universal fuel consumption (calculated from the above)
litres/100km
km/litre
UK MPG
US MPG
Carbon dioxide emissions
Carfolio Calculated CO2 ?
VED band (UK)
CO2 Effizienz (DE)
chassis
Engine position front
Engine layout longitudinal
Drive wheels rear wheel drive  
Torque split N/A
Steering
turns lock-to-lock 4.600
Turning circle 12.10 m
Front suspension I.W.LowTrailLi.CS.ARB.
Rear suspension RA.SE.
Wheel size front 6 x 14
Wheel size rear 6 x 14
Tyres front E78-14
Tyres rear E78-14
Brakes F/R Di/Dr
Front brake diameter 278 mm
Rear brake diameter
Braked area 2263 cm2
Gearbox 3 speed manual
Top gear ratio 1
Final drive ratio 3.08
general
Carfolio.com ID67331
Production total
Model code
RAC rating 36.0
Insurance classification No information available
Tax band No information available
1972 Pontiac Firebird added 1995-12-15.
Last modified 2013-02-28.

Pontiac Firebird models

1972 Pontiac Firebird
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 5736 cm3/350.0cuin 162 PS 160 bhp 119 kW 1554 kg
8 cyl, 5.7ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1972 Pontiac Firebird Esprit
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3A 6555 cm3/400.0cuin 177 PS 175 bhp 130 kW 1671 kg
8 cyl, 6.6ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1972 Pontiac Firebird Formula
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 4M 6555 cm3/400.0cuin 253 PS 250 bhp 186 kW 1624 kg
8 cyl, 6.6ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1972 Pontiac Firebird Formula
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3A 5736 cm3/350.0cuin 177 PS 175 bhp 130 kW 1616 kg
8 cyl, 5.7ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1972 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 4M 7456 cm3/455.0cuin 304 PS 300 bhp 224 kW 1676 kg
8 cyl, 7.5ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Pontiac Firebird
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 4109 cm3/250.7cuin 147 PS 145 bhp 108 kW
6 cyl, 4.1ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Pontiac Firebird
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 4M 4109 cm3/250.7cuin 147 PS 145 bhp 108 kW
6 cyl, 4.1ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Pontiac Firebird
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 5821 cm3/355.2cuin 253 PS 250 bhp 186 kW
8 cyl, 5.8ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Pontiac Firebird
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 4M 5821 cm3/355.2cuin 253 PS 250 bhp 186 kW
8 cyl, 5.8ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Pontiac Firebird Esprit
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 5821 cm3/355.2cuin 253 PS 250 bhp 186 kW
8 cyl, 5.8ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Pontiac Firebird Esprit
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 4M 5821 cm3/355.2cuin 253 PS 250 bhp 186 kW
8 cyl, 5.8ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Pontiac Firebird Esprit
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3A 6564 cm3/400.6cuin 269 PS 265 bhp 198 kW
8 cyl, 6.6ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Pontiac Firebird Esprit Turbo Hydra-Matic
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3A 5821 cm3/355.2cuin 253 PS 250 bhp 186 kW
8 cyl, 5.8ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Pontiac Firebird Formula 350
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 5821 cm3/355.2cuin 253 PS 250 bhp 186 kW
8 cyl, 5.8ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Pontiac Firebird Formula 350
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 4M 5821 cm3/355.2cuin 253 PS 250 bhp 186 kW
8 cyl, 5.8ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Pontiac Firebird Formula 350 Turbo Hydra-Matic
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3A 5821 cm3/355.2cuin 253 PS 250 bhp 186 kW
8 cyl, 5.8ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Pontiac Firebird Formula 400
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 4M 6564 cm3/400.6cuin 304 PS 300 bhp 224 kW
8 cyl, 6.6ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Pontiac Firebird Formula 400
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 6564 cm3/400.6cuin 304 PS 300 bhp 224 kW
8 cyl, 6.6ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Pontiac Firebird Formula 400 Turbo Hydra-Matic
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3A 6564 cm3/400.6cuin 304 PS 300 bhp 224 kW
8 cyl, 6.6ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Pontiac Firebird Formula 455
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3A 7462 cm3/455.4cuin 330 PS 325 bhp 242 kW
8 cyl, 7.5ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Pontiac Firebird Formula 455 HO
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 4M 7462 cm3/455.4cuin 340 PS 335 bhp 250 kW
8 cyl, 7.5ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Pontiac Firebird Formula 455 HO
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 7462 cm3/455.4cuin 340 PS 335 bhp 250 kW
8 cyl, 7.5ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Pontiac Firebird Formula 455 HO Turbo Hydra-Matic
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3A 7462 cm3/455.4cuin 340 PS 335 bhp 250 kW
8 cyl, 7.5ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 4M 7462 cm3/455.4cuin 340 PS 335 bhp 250 kW
8 cyl, 7.5ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 7462 cm3/455.4cuin 340 PS 335 bhp 250 kW
8 cyl, 7.5ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Turbo Hydra-Matic
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3A 7462 cm3/455.4cuin 340 PS 335 bhp 250 kW
8 cyl, 7.5ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Pontiac Firebird Turbo Hydra-Matic
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3A 4109 cm3/250.7cuin 147 PS 145 bhp 108 kW
6 cyl, 4.1ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Pontiac Firebird Turbo Hydra-Matic
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3A 5821 cm3/355.2cuin 253 PS 250 bhp 186 kW
8 cyl, 5.8ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1970 Pontiac Firebird 2387
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 4093 cm3/249.8cuin 157 PS 155 bhp 116 kW 1483 kg
6 cyl, 4.1ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
1970 Pontiac Firebird 2387
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 4M 5795 cm3/353.6cuin 259 PS 255 bhp 190 kW
8 cyl, 5.8ℓ, l: 4867mm, wb: 2743mm
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1972 AMC Javelin SST
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3A 4235 cm3/258.4cuin 112 PS 110 bhp 82 kW 1342 kg
6 cyl, 4.2ℓ, l: 4871mm, wb: 2794mm
1974 Chevrolet Camaro 1FQ87
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 4329 cm3/264.2cuin 112 PS 110 bhp 82 kW
6 cyl, 4.3ℓ, l: 4963mm, wb: 2743mm
1973 Chevrolet Camaro 1FQ87
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 5025 cm3/306.6cuin 117 PS 115 bhp 86 kW
8 cyl, 5.0ℓ, l: 4785mm, wb: 2743mm
1972 Chevrolet Camaro
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 4097 cm3/250.0cuin 112 PS 110 bhp 82 kW 1457 kg
6 cyl, 4.1ℓ, l: 4775mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Chevrolet Camaro 12387
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 4095 cm3/249.9cuin 112 PS 110 bhp 82 kW 1581 kg
6 cyl, 4.1ℓ, l: 4775mm, wb: 2743mm
1974 Chevrolet Camaro Automatic 1FQ87
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3A 4329 cm3/264.2cuin 112 PS 110 bhp 82 kW
6 cyl, 4.3ℓ, l: 4963mm, wb: 2743mm
1973 Chevrolet Camaro Automatic 1FQ87
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3A 5025 cm3/306.6cuin 117 PS 115 bhp 86 kW
8 cyl, 5.0ℓ, l: 4785mm, wb: 2743mm
1971 Chevrolet Camaro Automatic 12387
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 2A 4095 cm3/249.9cuin 112 PS 110 bhp 82 kW 1575 kg
6 cyl, 4.1ℓ, l: 4775mm, wb: 2743mm
1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Coupé
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 4097 cm3/250.0cuin 112 PS 110 bhp 82 kW 1483 kg
6 cyl, 4.1ℓ, l: 5016mm, wb: 2845mm
1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Sport Coupé 13537
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 4094 cm3/249.8cuin 112 PS 110 bhp 82 kW 1501 kg
6 cyl, 4.1ℓ, l: 5017mm, wb: 2845mm
1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Sport Coupé Automatic 13537
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 2A 4094 cm3/249.8cuin 112 PS 110 bhp 82 kW 1498 kg
6 cyl, 4.1ℓ, l: 5017mm, wb: 2845mm
1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Sport Coupé 13337
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 4094 cm3/249.8cuin 112 PS 110 bhp 82 kW 1481 kg
6 cyl, 4.1ℓ, l: 5017mm, wb: 2845mm
1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Sport Coupé Automatic 13337
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 2A 4094 cm3/249.8cuin 112 PS 110 bhp 82 kW 1477 kg
6 cyl, 4.1ℓ, l: 5017mm, wb: 2845mm
1972 Dodge Challenger
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 3680 cm3/224.6cuin 112 PS 110 bhp 82 kW 1436 kg
6 cyl, 3.7ℓ, l: 4859mm, wb: 2794mm
1974 Plymouth Scamp 4V1/2 VH23
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 3683 cm3/224.8cuin 106 PS 105 bhp 78 kW
6 cyl, 3.7ℓ, l: 5019mm, wb: 2819mm
1974 Plymouth Scamp Automatic 4V1/2 VH23
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3A 3683 cm3/224.8cuin 106 PS 105 bhp 78 kW
6 cyl, 3.7ℓ, l: 5019mm, wb: 2819mm