Buick Century IV · Sedan · 1978–1982

Buick Century 3.8 AT 172 HP

GasolineAutomatic, 7 gearsRear driveEuro 5
Power
333 hp · 245 kW
Torque
366 Nm
0–100 km/h
6.2 s
Top speed
250 km/h
Fuel consumption
10.2 l/100 km
On a full tank
~780 km

Consumption and performance

manufacturer data
Top speed
250 km/h
Acceleration 0–100 km/h
6.2 s
Fuel tank
80 l

Engine

vq37vh · 3,696 cm³
Engine type
Gasoline
Engine code
vq37vh
Displacement
3,696 cm³
Max power
245 kW / 333 hp
Torque
366 Nm at 5200 rpm
Fuel
A95
Fuel system
Multipoint injection
Turbo
No
Engine position
V type
Cylinders
6
Valves per cylinder
4
Valvetrain
DOHC
Bore
95.5 mm
Stroke
86 mm
Compression ratio
11
Emission standard
Euro 5

Transmission

Drive
Rear
Gearbox
Automatic
Gears
7

Dimensions and capacity

Body code Y51 · class E
Body type
Sedan
Doors
4
Seats
5
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Height
1,500 mm
Wheelbase
2,900 mm
Front track
1,575 mm
Rear track
1,570 mm
Ground clearance
145 mm
Kerb weight
1,715 kg
Max weight
2,255 kg
Boot space (min)
500 l
Boot space (max)
500 l

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Tyre size
225/50/R18
Wheel fitment (PCD, CB)
DIA66.1 5x114.3
Wheel fasteners
Nuts M12x1.25
Tyre pressure
2.1-2.3 bar
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Front suspension
Independent, coil spring
Rear suspension
Independent, coil spring