These are standard specifications for the 1963 Pontiac Tempest, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
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Chassis # 163P109734
Chassis # 163P207082
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Chassis # 263K13211
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Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 1961 - 1963 |
| Price : | $2,185-$2,745 |
| Weight : | 2810 lbs | 1274.595 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 3187 cc | 194.5 cu in. | 3.2 L. |
| Power : | 115 HP (84.64 KW) @ 4000 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 1-barrel carburetor | |
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L. |
| Power : | 120 HP (88.32 KW) @ 3800 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.1 in | 103 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.8 in | 95 mm. |
| Compression : | 10.25:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Rochester 1-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L. |
| Power : | 215 BHP (158.24 KW) @ 3600 RPM |
| Torque : | 267 Ft-Lbs (362 NM) @ 4200 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 model 7023066 | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L. |
| Power : | 230 HP (169.28 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.1 in | 103 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.8 in | 95 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.6:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| 2-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L. |
| Power : | 235 HP (172.96 KW) @ 3600 RPM |
| Torque : | 303 Ft-Lbs (411 NM) @ 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 |
| Carter AFB 4-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 5342 cc | 326.0 cu in. | 5.3 L. |
| Power : | 260 HP (191.36 KW) @ 4800 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.1 in | 103 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.8 in | 95 mm. |
| Compression : | 10.25:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| 1 2-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L. |
| Power : | 267 HP (196.512 KW) @ 4200 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.1 in | 103 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.8 in | 95 mm. |
| Compression : | 10.25:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Carter 2-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L. |
| Power : | 283 HP (208.288 KW) @ 4400 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.1 in | 103 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.8 in | 95 mm. |
| Compression : | 10.25:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Rochester 2-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L. |
| Power : | 313 HP (230.368 KW) @ 4600 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.1 in | 103 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.8 in | 95 mm. |
| Compression : | 10.25:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| 3 2-barrel carburetors | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6899 cc | 421.0 cu in. | 6.9 L. |
| Power : | 353 HP (259.808 KW) @ 5000 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.1 in | 103 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.8 in | 95 mm. |
| Compression : | 10.75:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| 4-Barrel Carburetor | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6899 cc | 421.0 cu in. | 6.9 L. |
| Power : | 370 HP (272.32 KW) @ 5200 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.1 in | 103 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.8 in | 95 mm. |
| Compression : | 10.75:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| 3 2-barrel carburetors | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6899 cc | 421.0 cu in. | 6.9 L. |
| Power : | 390 HP (287.04 KW) @ 5800 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.1 in | 103 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.8 in | 95 mm. |
| Compression : | 12.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| 4-Barrel Carburetor | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6899 cc | 421.0 cu in. | 6.9 L. |
| Power : | 405 HP (298.08 KW) @ 5600 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.1 in | 103 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.8 in | 95 mm. |
| Compression : | 12.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| 2 4-barrel carburetors | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6899 cc | 421.0 cu in. | 6.9 L. |
| Power : | 410 BHP (301.76 KW) @ 5600 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.1 in | 104 mm. |
| Stroke : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Compression : | 13.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| 2 4-barrel carburetors | |
Manual
Production Figures
| Total Pontiac Production for 1963 : | 590,071 |
| Total 1963 Tempest production : | 131,691 |
| 1963 Pontiac Tempest | |
| Coupe 2 dr. 6 P : | 13,307 |
| Custom Convertible 2 dr. 6 P : | 5,012 |
| Hardtop 2 dr. 6 P : | 13,158 |
| LeMans Custom Convertible 2 dr. 5 P : | 15,957 |
| LeMans Hardtop 2 dr. 6 P : | 45,701 |
| Sedan 2 dr. 6 P : | 28,221 |
| Station Wagon 2 dr. 6 P : | 10,335 |
Dimension(s)
Coupe
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 194.3 in | 4935 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 112.0 in | 2845 mm. |
| Front Track : | 57.3 in | 1455 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 58.0 in | 1473 mm. |
Hardtop
| Price : | $2,295 |
| Weight : | 2820 lbs | 1279.13 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 194.3 in | 4935 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 112.0 in | 2845 mm. |
| Front Track : | 57.3 in | 1455 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 58.0 in | 1473 mm. |
Sedan
| Price : | $2,240 |
| Weight : | 2810 lbs | 1274.595 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 194.3 in | 4935 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 112.0 in | 2845 mm. |
| Front Track : | 57.3 in | 1455 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 58.0 in | 1473 mm. |
Custom Convertible
Chassis # 163P109734
Chassis # 163P207082
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| Price : | $2,550 |
| Weight : | 2950 lbs | 1338.097 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 194.3 in | 4935 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 112.0 in | 2845 mm. |
| Front Track : | 57.3 in | 1455 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 58.0 in | 1473 mm. |
Station Wagon
| Price : | $2,510 |
| Weight : | 2990 lbs | 1356.241 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 194.3 in | 4935 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 112.0 in | 2845 mm. |
| Front Track : | 57.3 in | 1455 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 58.0 in | 1473 mm. |
LeMans Hardtop
| Price : | $2,415 |
| Weight : | 2860 lbs | 1297.274 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 194.3 in | 4935 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 112.0 in | 2845 mm. |
| Front Track : | 57.3 in | 1455 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 58.0 in | 1473 mm. |
LeMans Custom Convertible
Chassis # 263K13211
Auction entries : 1
| Price : | $2,745 |
| Weight : | 3030 lbs | 1374.385 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 5 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 194.3 in | 4935 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 112.0 in | 2845 mm. |
| Front Track : | 57.3 in | 1455 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 58.0 in | 1473 mm. |
Handling
| Tires / Wheels | |
|---|---|
| Tires : | 6.00 x 15 |
1963 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $3,233 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $5,807 |
| Avg. Home : | $12,650 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.29 |
1963 Pontiac Tempest FAQs (show)
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1963 Pontiac Tempest?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1963 Pontiac Tempest? A: The 1963 Pontiac Tempest has a wheelbase size of 112.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1963 Pontiac Tempest? A: The 1963 Pontiac Tempest has a length of 194.30 inches.Q: How much did the 1963 Pontiac Tempest cost when new?A: The 1963 Pontiac Tempest cost approximately $2,185 to $2,745 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1963 Pontiac Tempest? A: The 1963 Pontiac Tempest was offered as a Coupe, Custom Convertible, Hardtop, LeMans Custom Convertible, LeMans Hardtop, Sedan, Station Wagon.Q: What tires did the 1963 Pontiac Tempest have? A: The 1963 Pontiac Tempest had 6.00 x 15 tires.Q: How many vehicles did Pontiac produce in 1963? A: Pontiac produced 590,071 automobiles in 1963.Q: How many 1963 Tempests were produced? A: Pontiac produced 131,691 examples of the Tempest in 1963.Q: What engines did the 1963 Pontiac Tempest have? A: The 1963 Pontiac Tempest had the following engine options: Inline 4 (3187 cc | 194.5 cu in. | 3.2 L.) with 115 HP (84.64 KW) @ 4000 RPM Inline 4 (6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L.) with 120 HP (88.32 KW) @ 3800 RPM V 8 (6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L.) with 215 BHP (158.24 KW) @ 3600 RPM and 267 Ft-Lbs (362 NM) @ 4200 RPM V 8 (6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L.) with 230 HP (169.28 KW) @ 4000 RPM V 8 (6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L.) with 235 HP (172.96 KW) @ 3600 RPM and 303 Ft-Lbs (411 NM) @ 4600 RPM V 8 (5342 cc | 326.0 cu in. | 5.3 L.) with 260 HP (191.36 KW) @ 4800 RPM V 8 (6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L.) with 267 HP (196.512 KW) @ 4200 RPM V 8 (6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L.) with 283 HP (208.288 KW) @ 4400 RPM V 8 (6375 cc | 389.0 cu in. | 6.4 L.) with 313 HP (230.368 KW) @ 4600 RPM V 8 (6899 cc | 421.0 cu in. | 6.9 L.) with 353 HP (259.808 KW) @ 5000 RPM V 8 (6899 cc | 421.0 cu in. | 6.9 L.) with 370 HP (272.32 KW) @ 5200 RPM V 8 (6899 cc | 421.0 cu in. | 6.9 L.) with 390 HP (287.04 KW) @ 5800 RPM V 8 (6899 cc | 421.0 cu in. | 6.9 L.) with 405 HP (298.08 KW) @ 5600 RPM V 8 (6899 cc | 421.0 cu in. | 6.9 L.) with 410 BHP (301.76 KW) @ 5600 RPM Q: What transmission did the 1963 Pontiac Tempest have? A: The 1963 Pontiac Tempest had a Manual gearbox.