1956 Buick Centurion Specifications

Engine LocationFront
Drive TypeRear Wheel
Production Years for Series1956
Introduced At1956 Motorama

Engine  
Engine ConfigurationV
Cylinders8
Hydraulic valve lifters
Aspiration/InductionNormal
Displacement322.00 CU IN. | 5277.6 cc. | 5.3 L.
Horsepower220.00 BHP (161.9 KW) @ 4400.00 RPM
HP / Liter41.5 BHP / Liter
Compression Ratio8.9:1
Main Bearings5
Fuel TypeGasoline - Petrol
Fuel FeedCarburetor
Stromberg or Carter 2378
BlockCast-iron