These are standard specifications for the 1965 Pontiac Catalina, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
3 Manual Synchromesh , 4 Manual with Hurst shifter , Automatic Hydra-Matic
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Engine # 672169
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Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 1965 - 1970 |
| Price : | $2,675-$3,240 |
| Weight : | 3770 lbs | 1710.043 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| V 8 | Synchromesh | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L. |
| Power : | 256 HP (188.416 KW) @ 4600 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.1 in | 103 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.8 in | 95 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.6:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Rochester 2-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L. |
| Power : | 290 BHP (213.44 KW) @ 4600 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.1 in | 103 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.8 in | 95 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.6:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Rochester 2-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | Hydra-Matic | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L. |
| Power : | 325 BHP (239.2 KW) @ 4800 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.1 in | 103 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.8 in | 95 mm. |
| Compression : | 10.5:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Carter AFB 4-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L. |
| Power : | 333 HP (245.088 KW) @ 5000 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.1 in | 103 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.8 in | 95 mm. |
| Compression : | 10.5:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Carter AFB 4-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | Synchromesh | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L. |
| Power : | 335 BHP (246.56 KW) @ 5000 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.1 in | 103 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.8 in | 95 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.6:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6899 cc | 421.0 cu in. | 6.9 L. |
| Power : | 356 BHP (262.016 KW) |
| Compression : | 10.75:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L. |
| Power : | 360 HP (264.96 KW) @ 5200 RPM |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L. |
| Power : | 370 HP (272.32 KW) |
| Torque : | 445 Ft-Lbs (603 NM) |
| Bore : | 4.1 in | 103 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.8 in | 95 mm. |
| Compression : | 10.75:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
3 Manual Synchromesh , 4 Manual with Hurst shifter , Automatic Hydra-Matic
Production Figures
| Total Pontiac Production for 1965 : | 802,000 |
| Total 1965 Catalina production : | 271,058 |
| 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| 2-Door Hardtop 2 dr. 6 P : | 92,009 |
| 2-Door Sedan 2 dr. 6 P : | 9,526 |
| Convertible 2 dr. 6 P : | 18,347 |
| Hardtop 4 dr. 6 P : | 34,814 |
| Sedan 4 dr. 6 P : | 78,853 |
| Station Wagon 4 dr. 9 P : | 15,110 |
| Station Wagon 4 dr. 6 P : | 22,399 |
Dimension(s)
Sedan
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 214.6 in | 5451 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 121.0 in | 3073 mm. |
| Front Track : | 62.5 in | 1588 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 64.0 in | 1626 mm. |
Hardtop
| Price : | $2,880 |
| Weight : | 3840 lbs | 1741.795 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 214.6 in | 5451 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 121.0 in | 3073 mm. |
| Front Track : | 62.5 in | 1588 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 64.0 in | 1626 mm. |
2-Door Sedan
| Price : | $2,675 |
| Weight : | 3700 lbs | 1678.292 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 214.6 in | 5451 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 121.0 in | 3073 mm. |
| Front Track : | 62.5 in | 1588 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 64.0 in | 1626 mm. |
2-Door Hardtop
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| Price : | $2,800 |
| Weight : | 3750 lbs | 1700.971 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 214.6 in | 5451 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 121.0 in | 3073 mm. |
| Front Track : | 62.5 in | 1588 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 64.0 in | 1626 mm. |
Convertible
| Price : | $3,100 |
| Weight : | 3800 lbs | 1723.651 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 214.6 in | 5451 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 121.0 in | 3073 mm. |
| Front Track : | 62.5 in | 1588 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 64.0 in | 1626 mm. |
Station Wagon
| Price : | $3,240 |
| Weight : | 4240 lbs | 1923.232 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 9 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 217.9 in | 5535 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 121.0 in | 3073 mm. |
| Front Track : | 62.5 in | 1588 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 64.0 in | 1626 mm. |
Station Wagon
| Price : | $3,130 |
| Weight : | 4210 lbs | 1909.624 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 217.9 in | 5535 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 121.0 in | 3073 mm. |
| Front Track : | 62.5 in | 1588 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 64.0 in | 1626 mm. |
Handling
| Tires / Wheels | |
|---|---|
| Tires : | 8.25x14 |
Recall
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 69V038000 |
| Notes | POSSIBILITY THAT ORIGINALLY INSTALLED FRONT BRAKE HOSES MAY, UNDER EX- TENSIVEUSAGE AND CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS, FATIGUE.IF THIS OCCURS, A SUDDEN HEAVYBRAKE APPLICATION MIGHT CAUSE BRAKE HOSE TO RUPTURE RESULTING IN LOSS OFHYDRAULIC BRAKING SYSTEM.(CORRECT BY RE- PLACING FRONT FLEXIBLE HOSES.) |
Data updated January 2023
1965 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $2,650 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $6,450 |
| Avg. Home : | $13,600 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.31 |
1965 Pontiac Catalina FAQs (show)
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1965 Pontiac Catalina?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1965 Pontiac Catalina? A: The 1965 Pontiac Catalina has a wheelbase size of 121.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1965 Pontiac Catalina? A: The 1965 Pontiac Catalina has lengths of 214.60 and 217.90 inches.Q: How much did the 1965 Pontiac Catalina cost when new?A: The 1965 Pontiac Catalina cost approximately $2,675 to $3,240 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1965 Pontiac Catalina? A: The 1965 Pontiac Catalina was offered as a 2-Door Hardtop, 2-Door Sedan, Convertible, Hardtop, Sedan, Station Wagon.Q: What tires did the 1965 Pontiac Catalina have? A: The 1965 Pontiac Catalina had 8.25x14 tires.Q: How many vehicles did Pontiac produce in 1965? A: Pontiac produced 802,000 automobiles in 1965.Q: How many 1965 Catalinas were produced? A: Pontiac produced 271,058 examples of the Catalina in 1965.Q: What engines did the 1965 Pontiac Catalina have? A: The 1965 Pontiac Catalina had the following engine options: V 8 (6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L.) with 256 HP (188.416 KW) @ 4600 RPM V 8 (6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L.) with 290 BHP (213.44 KW) @ 4600 RPM V 8 (6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L.) with 325 BHP (239.2 KW) @ 4800 RPM V 8 (6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L.) with 333 HP (245.088 KW) @ 5000 RPM V 8 (6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L.) with 335 BHP (246.56 KW) @ 5000 RPM V 8 (6899 cc | 421.0 cu in. | 6.9 L.) with 356 BHP (262.016 KW) V 8 (6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L.) with 360 HP (264.96 KW) @ 5200 RPM V 8 (6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L.) with 370 HP (272.32 KW) and 445 Ft-Lbs (603 NM) Q: What transmissions did the 1965 Pontiac Catalina have? A: The 1965 Pontiac Catalina had the following gearbox options: 3 speed Manual Synchromesh, 4 speed Manual with Hurst shifter, Automatic Hydra-Matic.