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Century Fastback Coupe 1978 Versions

- 3.2 V6 3-speed Custom (1977)- 3.2 V6 3-speed Custom (1978)- 3.2 V6 3-speed Limited (1977)- 3.2 V6 3-speed Special (1977)- 3.2 V6 3-speed Special (1978)- 3.2 V6 3-speed Sport (1977)- 3.2 V6 3-speed Sport (1978)- 3.2 V6 Auto Custom (1977)- 3.2 V6 Auto Custom (1978)- 3.2 V6 Auto Limited (1977)- 3.2 V6 Auto Special (1977)- 3.2 V6 Auto Special (1978)- 3.2 V6 Auto Sport (1977)- 3.2 V6 Auto Sport (1978)- 3.8 V6 4-speed Custom (1977)- 3.8 V6 4-speed Custom (1978)- 3.8 V6 4-speed Limited (1977)- 3.8 V6 4-speed Special (1977)- 3.8 V6 4-speed Special (1978)- 3.8 V6 4-speed Sport (1977)- 3.8 V6 4-speed Sport (1978)- 3.8 V6 Auto Custom (1977)- 3.8 V6 Auto Custom (1978)- 3.8 V6 Auto Limited (1977)- 3.8 V6 Auto Special (1977)- 3.8 V6 Auto Special (1978)- 3.8 V6 Auto Sport (1977)- 3.8 V6 Auto Sport (1978)- 3.8 V6 Turbo Auto Custom (1978)- 3.8 V6 Turbo Auto Sport (1978)- 4.9 V8 Auto Custom (1978)- 4.9 V8 Auto Special (1978)- 4.9 V8 Auto Sport (1978)- 4.9 V8-4B Auto Custom (1978)- 4.9 V8-4B Auto Special (1978)- 4.9 V8-4B Auto Sport (1978)- 5.0 V8 Auto Custom (1978)- 5.0 V8 Auto Custom 137HP (1977)- 5.0 V8 Auto Custom 147HP (1977)- 5.0 V8 Auto Limited 137HP (1977)- 5.0 V8 Auto Limited 147HP (1977)- 5.0 V8 Auto Special (1978)- 5.0 V8 Auto Special 137HP (1977)- 5.0 V8 Auto Special 147HP (1977)- 5.0 V8 Auto Sport (1978)- 5.0 V8 Auto Sport 137HP (1977)- 5.0 V8 Auto Sport 147HP (1977)- 5.0 V8-4B Auto Custom (1977)- 5.0 V8-4B Auto Limited (1977)- 5.0 V8-4B Auto Special (1977)- 5.0 V8-4B Auto Sport (1977)- Turbo Auto (1978)

Buick Century Fastback Coupe 1978 5.0 V8 Auto Special 147HP Specs

(1977 - 1978) - Technical Specifications for Years 1977, 1978

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Key Specs

Petrol

305.2 cu-in
5001 cm³

V 8

145 HP
147 PS / 108 kW

244 lb-ft
332 Nm

Buick Century Fastback Coupe 1978 5.0 V8 Auto Special 147HP Body, Model and Production details

Generation :	Century 4rd Gen. - 1978 New Model

Body :	Coupé

Num. of Doors :	2 doors


Buick Century Fastback Coupe 1978 5.0 V8 Auto Special 147HP Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	V 8

Engine Code :	GM Chevrolet Small-Block V-8 305

Fuel type :	Petrol

Fuel System :	Carburetor

Engine Alignment :	Longitudinal

Engine Position :	Front

Engine displacement :	305.2 cu-in / 5001 cm³

Bore x Stroke :	3.67 x 3.1 inches 93.2 x 78.7 mm

Number of valves :	16 Valves

Aspiration :	naturally-aspirated

Compression Ratio :	8.4

Horsepower :	145 HP / 147 PS / 108 kW @ 3800 rpm

Maximum torque :	244 lb-ft / 332 Nm @ 2400 rpm

Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	RWD

Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	3 speed Automatic


Buick Century Fastback Coupe 1978 5.0 V8 Auto Special 147HP Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - EPA Highway ( - 2008):	11 MPG 22 L/100 km 13 MPG UK

Fuel Consumption - Economy - EPA City ( - 2008):	15 MPG 16 L/100 km 18 MPG UK

Fuel Consumption - Economy - EPA Combined ( - 2008):	12 MPG 19 L/100 km 15 MPG UK

Range (EPA):	341 miles / 548 km

Fuel Tank Capacity :	18 gallons 68 L 15 UK gallons

Catalytic converter :	Yes

Buick Century Fastback Coupe 1978 5.0 V8 Auto Special 147HP Performance

Top Speed :	- Mph / - km/h

Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) :	- s


Buick Century Fastback Coupe 1978 5.0 V8 Auto Special 147HP Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase :	108.11 inches / 274.6 cm

Length :	195.98 inches / 497.8 cm

Width :	70.12 inches / 178.1 cm

Height :	54.09 inches / 137.4 cm

Front Axle :	58.5 inches / 148.6 cm

Rear Axle :	57.76 inches / 146.7 cm

Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	0.45

Curb Weight :	3285 lbs / 1490 kg

Weight/Power Output Ratio :	10.1 kg/hp


Buick Century Fastback Coupe 1978 5.0 V8 Auto Special 147HP Interior size, Dimensions

Num. of Seats :	5 seats

Trunk / Boot capacity :	16.4 cu-ft / 464 L


Buick Century Fastback Coupe 1978 5.0 V8 Auto Special 147HP Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Discs (10.98 inches / 279 mm)

Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Drums (9.49 inches / 241 mm)

Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	185/75 R14

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	185/75 R14

Front Suspension :	Independent suspension. Coil Springs.

Rear Suspension :	Four-link suspension. Coil Springs.

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Century Fastback Coupe 1978 Versions

Century Fastback Coupe 1978 Versions

Buick Century Fastback Coupe 1978 5.0 V8 Auto Special 147HP Specs

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Buick Century Fastback Coupe 1978 5.0 V8 Auto Special 147HP Body, Model and Production details

Buick Century Fastback Coupe 1978 5.0 V8 Auto Special 147HP Engine Technical Data

Buick Century Fastback Coupe 1978 5.0 V8 Auto Special 147HP Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Buick Century Fastback Coupe 1978 5.0 V8 Auto Special 147HP Performance

Buick Century Fastback Coupe 1978 5.0 V8 Auto Special 147HP Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Buick Century Fastback Coupe 1978 5.0 V8 Auto Special 147HP Interior size, Dimensions

Buick Century Fastback Coupe 1978 5.0 V8 Auto Special 147HP Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

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