1966 Pontiac Tempest Le Mans Sprint Specifications

1966 Pontiac Tempest Engine & Transmission.

Engine:

The Coupe version of the Tempest model has a 3770 cc (230.0 ci) 12 valve Straight 6 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.

Transmission:

This particular Pontiac Tempest Le Mans Sprint has a 4 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.

1966 Pontiac Tempest Power & Torque.

Power:

The 1966 Pontiac Tempest reaches its peak power of 207 bhp (154 kW) @ 5200 rpm.

Torque:

The 1966 Pontiac Tempest produces torque measuring 228 lb-ft (309.1 Nm) @ 3800 rpm.

Power to Weight:

The Tempest weighs around 1551 kg (3419 lb). The 1966 Pontiac Tempest Power to weight is 133.4 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 147.0 lb-ft of torque per ton.

1966 Pontiac Tempest 0-60, Top Speed & Quarter Mile

Top Speed:

The 1966 Pontiac Tempest has a top speed of 113 mph (181.8 kph)

Acceleration:

The 1966 Pontiac Tempest accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 10.00 seconds or 0-100kph in 10.3s. The 1966 Pontiac Tempest estimated 1/4 mile drag time is 14.71 seconds with a trap speed of 85.6 mph.

1966 Tempest Le Mans Sprint Rivals:

• 2013 Renault Clio Renaultsport 1.6 Turbo 200 EDC
• 1991 Volkswagen-VW Golf 2.8 VR6
• 1957 Jaguar XK 150 SE Fixed Head Coupe

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• 1966 Tempest Rivals List.
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