98 HSV GTS 220i www.supercars.net


The HSV (converted Holden (GM) is the fastest GM Holden in history. Based on the Commodore's chassis, like all other HSV's performance variants, it exudes power and charisma. The way it crouches close to the ground. The way the body seems to drape itself Written by Dylan Risley for Supercars - Past and Present
Copyright 1998

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General
MakeHolden Special Vehicles ModelGTS 220i
Powertrain LayoutFront Engine / RWD Base Price |USD|51,540
Dimensions
WheelBase |mm / in|Not Available Length |mm / in|Not Available
Height |mm / in|Not Available Width |mm / in|Not Available
Front / Rear Track |mm / in|Not Available Weight |kgs / lbs|1740 kgs / 3828 lbs
Engine
ConfigurationV8 Valvetrain16 Valve OHV
Displacement |cc / cu in|5737cc / 349 cu in Bore102 mm / 4.055 in
Brake Horse Power235 kw / 315 BHP @ 4800 rpm Stroke |mm|88.4 mm / 3.477 in
Compression Ratio8.5:1 Torque |nm / ft lbs|502 nm / 370 BHP @ 3600 rpm
Transmission
Type4-Speed Auto (manual 6 avail) Final Drive3.07:1
1st Gear Ratio3.06:1 2nd Gear Ratio1.63:1
3rd Gear Ratio1.00:1 4th Gear Ratio0.70:1
5th Gear RatioNot Available 6th Gear RatioNot Available
Chassis & Body
SteeringPower Assist Rack & Pinion Tire Sizes |front / rear|235/40 ZR-18 Rear Same
Brake Types |front / rear|Vented, Cross Drilled Brake Size |front / rear|343 mm / 13.5 in rear same
Available ABSYes Body MaterialSteel / Moulded Plastic
Performance
Top Speed |kph / mph|255.2 kph / 158.5 mph 0-30 mph2.61 secs
0-1/4 mile14.99 secs 0-60 mph6.89 secs
Lateral AccelerationNot Available 0-100 mph16.99 secs
DragNot Available EPA City/Hwy |miles per gallon|Not Available


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