Vauxhall Cresta PC

Vauxhall Cresta PC - key facts

Following it’s introduction in 1965, the Vauxhall Cresta PC continued in production until 1972.
60mph was reached in 12.5 seconds.
The maximum speed of the Vauxhall Cresta PC was 103 mph.
A total of 53,912 units were manufactured .

Vauxhall Cresta PC Specifications
Production	53,912
From	1965
Until	1972
Bodywork
Body Style	Saloon
Dimensions
Length	15ft 6in	4.75m
Width	5ft 102/4in	1.78m
Wheelbase	8ft 111/2in	2.73m
Front Track	4ft 82/4in	1.43m
Rear Track	4ft 82/4in	1.43m
Kerb Weight	2796lb/1.248ton	1268kg
Engine
Engine displacement	3294cc	201cu in
Bore	3.62in	92mm
Stroke	3in	83mm
Cylinders	6
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Compression ratio	8.5:1
Power Output	123bhp @ 4600rpm	121PS @ 4600rpm
Specific Output	37bhp/litre	0.61bhp/cu in
Torque Output	176lbft @ 2400rpm	239Nm @ 2400rpm
Specific Torque	72Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Single Carburettor
Carburettor make	Zenith
Performance
Power to weight	99bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph	9.8 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph	12.5 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	18.3 seconds
Top speed	103mph	166km/h
Fuel consumption	17mpg	7km/l
Chassis
Engine location	Front
Engine alignment	Longitudinal
Driven wheels	Rear
Front Suspension	Independent Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Beam axle half eliptic leaf
Brakes	Disc front, Drum rear
Gearbox type	3 speed Manual with Overdrive option or Automatic or 4 speed Manual
Number of gears	3