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Chevrolet Monte Carlo I 7.4 V8 Turbo-Jet (270 Hp) Hydra-matic 1972, 1973
Chevrolet Monte Carlo I 7.4 V8 Turbo-Jet (270 Hp) Hydra-matic 1972, 1973
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General information

Name

Chevrolet Monte Carlo I 7.4 V8 Turbo-Jet (270 Hp) Hydra-matic 1972, 1973

Brand

Chevrolet
Model

Monte Carlo
Generation

Monte Carlo I
Year of production

1972

Number of seats

5

Number of doors

2

Body type

Coupe
Powertrain architecture

Internal Combustion engine
Engine Modification

7.4 V8 Turbo-Jet (270 Hp) Hydra-matic

Power

270 Hp @ 4000 rpm.

Torque (Nm)

529 Nm @ 3200 rpm.

Electrical System

Performance specs

Engine specs

Engine #1

Power
270 Hp @ 4000 rpm.
Power per litre
36.3 Hp/l
Torque
529 Nm @ 3200 rpm.
Engine displacement
7440 cm3
Number of cylinders
8
Position of cylinders
V-engine
Cylinder bore
107.98 mm
Piston stroke
101.6 mm
Compression ratio
8.5
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Fuel system
Carburettor
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Valve train
OHV

Space volume and weights

Curb weight (kg)

1634 kg

Fuel tank capacity (l)

60 l

Trunk boot space maximum (l)

365 l

Dimensions

Length (mm)

5245 mm

Width (mm)

1920 mm

Height (mm)

1344 mm

Wheelbase (mm)

2946 mm

Front track (mm)

1532 mm

Rear track (mm)

1506 mm

Minimum turning circle turning diameter (mm)

12.8 m

Drivetrain brakes and suspension specs

Drivetrain architecture

The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.

Drive wheel

Rear wheel drive

Front suspension system

Coil spring, Independent multi-link suspension

Rear suspension system

Rigid axle suspension, Trailing arm, Coil spring

Front brakes

Disc

Rear brakes

Drum

Wheel rims size

6J x 15

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