Pontiac Formula 455 Super Duty V8 (SAE net) Coupe
216 kW294 PS290 hp536 Nm1973–1974
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- Power
- 216 kW 294 PS · 290 hp
- Torque
- 536 Nm 395 lb-ft
- Displacement
- 7,457 cm³
The Pontiac Formula 7.5 455 Super Duty V8 (SAE net) uses a 7.5-litre eight-cylinder petrol engine rated at 216 kW (294 PS) and 536 Nm of torque, in coupe form. In the Formula 7.5 455 Super Duty V8 (SAE net), power goes to the rear wheels.
This is the entry point among the 3 versions of the Formula; the range-topping 7.5 455 HO V8 (SAE gross) (250 kW) has 16% more power.
Engine
| Fuel | Petrol |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 7,457 cm³ 7.5 l · 455 cu in |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Power | 216 kW 294 PS · 290 hp |
| Torque | 536 Nm 395 lb-ft |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
Production
| Body type | Coupe |
|---|---|
| Years | 1973–1974 |
| Generation | Formula (1970–1981) |
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