Buick Century III · Coupe · 1973–1977

Buick Century 3.8 AT 112 HP

GasolineAutomatic, 5 gearsRear drive
Power
340 hp · 250 kW
Torque
452 Nm
0–100 km/h
6.2 s
Top speed
238 km/h
Fuel consumption
13.7 l/100 km
On a full tank
~550 km
Other versions of this body · 2

Consumption and performance

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

Engine

VK45DE · 4,494 cm³
Engine type
Gasoline
Engine code
VK45DE
Displacement
4,494 cm³
Max power
250 kW / 340 hp
Torque
452 Nm at 4000 rpm
Fuel
A98
Fuel system
Multipoint injection
Turbo
No
Engine position
V type
Cylinders
8
Valves per cylinder
4
Valvetrain
DOHC
Bore
93 mm
Stroke
82.4 mm
Compression ratio
10.5

Transmission

Drive
Rear
Gearbox
Automatic
Gears
5

Dimensions and capacity

Body code Y50 · class E
Body type
Sedan
Doors
4
Seats
5
Length
4,900 mm
Width
1,798 mm
Height
1,509 mm
Wheelbase
2,900 mm
Front track
1,530 mm
Rear track
1,545 mm
Ground clearance
124 mm
Kerb weight
1,905 kg
Max weight
2,320 kg
Boot space (min)
388 l
Boot space (max)
388 l

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Tyre size
245/40/R19
Wheel fitment (PCD, CB)
DIA66.1 5x114.3
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Front suspension
Independent, coil spring
Rear suspension
Independent, coil spring