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1981–1982 DMC (DMC-12) DMC DeLorean Specs & Performance

1st Gen

1981, 1982

Sports CoupeGasolinerear-rwddiscontinued

Tech Specs Summary

Sports Coupe

Body Type

127 mph

Top Speed

9.2s

0-60 mph

130 hp

Power

18.8 mpg

Economy

Doors

Performance

Top Speed127 mph

0-60 mph9.2s

Power130 hp

0-62 mph9.5 seconds

Power-to-Weight20.9 lb/hp

Torque153 lb·ft

Gas Mileage

Combined18.8 mpg

Total Range253 Miles

Engine

Peak Power

Drivetrain & Chassis

Driven WheelsRWD = Rear-Wheel Drive

Transmission (AT)3 Speeds

Front SuspensionDouble Wishbone

Rear SuspensionMulti-Link

Front BrakesSolid Disc

Rear BrakesSolid Disc

Front Tyre Size195/60R14

Rear Tyre Size235/60R15

Transmission (MT)5 Speeds

Dimensions & Practicality

Gasoline Engine

Capacity2.8 Liter

LayoutV6

AspirationNatural

Peak Power130 hp @ 5,500 RPM

Peak Torque153 lb·ft @ 2,750 RPM

ValvetrainSOHC

Valves/Cylinder2 (12v Total)

Fuel InjectionMulti-point

PositionRear Engine

OrientationLongitudinal

FuelGasoline

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1981–1982 DMC (DMC-12) DMC DeLorean Specs & Performance

Tech Specs Summary

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