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Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 454

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Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 454
Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 454
Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 454
Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 454
Super Sport is the meaning behind the SS designation, and the big-block Monte Carlo lives up to that name proudly.  Grand-touring comfort is backed by a 360-hp, 454 ci V8, making this one of the first executive-class luxury performance cars of all time.

Specifications:
Engine
Type:  V8
Construction:  cast-iron block and cylinder heads
Valve gear:  2 valves per cylinder operated  by a single camshaft, pushrods and rockers
Bore & Stroke:  4.25in x 4.0in
Displacement:  454 cubic inch
Compression Ratio:  10.25:1
Induction System:  Quadrajet single 4-barrel carb
Maximum Power:  360 bhp at 4,400 rpm
Maximum torque:  500 lb-ft at 3,200 rpm
Transmission
GM TurboHydramatic 400 automatic
Body/Chassis
Separate steel body and frame
Running Gear
Steering:  Recirculating ball
Front suspension:  Unequal length A-arms, anti-roll bar, coil springs and telescopic shock absorbers
Rear suspension:  Live axle, coil springs and telescopic shocks
Brakes:  Discs (front), Drums (rear) 
Wheels:  7x15in diameter
Tires:  Goodyear Polyglas, G70-15
Dimensions
Length:  206 inches
Width:  76.0 inches
Height:  52 inches
Wheelbase:  116 inches
Track:  61.9 inches (front), 61.1 inches (rear)
Weight:  3,860 lbs


Production Years:
1970,1971





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