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Merak

 
 

 
 

   
 

   

 

 
 

Produced from 1972 to 1976, the Merak utilised the floor plate, body and many of the parts of the Bora.  The C114 engine developed for the Citroen SM was enlarged from its 2670 cc to 2965.4 cc.
   

Specifications:
 

Production Period:

 1972 - 1976
 

Designed By:

 Giorgetto Giugiaro
 

Body Built By:

 Ital Design - 2 door 2+2
 

Number Built:

 ? - 1819 Merak's were built
 

Dry Weight:

 1320 kg
 

Top Speed:

 240 kph
 

Engine Type:

 Mid-engine with six cylinders in 90º "V"
 

Bore and Stroke:

 91.6x75 mm
 

Displacement:

 2965.4 cc
 

Compression:

 8.75:1
 

Engine Output:

 190 bhp @ 6000 rpm
 

Valves & Actuation:

 Two OHV per cylinder with dual overhead camshafts on each bank
 

Carburettion:

 Free induction with 3 Weber 42DCNF carburettors
 

Ignition:

 Single Bosch electronic
 

Lubrication:

 Forced with pressure pump
 

Drive:

 Rear wheel drive
 

Clutch:

 Dry single plate
 

Gearbox:

 5-speed plus reverse
 

Frame:

 Unit construction with body
 

Suspension - Front:

 Independent with coil springs and telescopic shock absorbers
 

Suspension - Rear:

 Independent with coil springs and telescopic shock absorbers
 

Brakes:

 Hydraulically operated power assisted four wheel discs - rear discs in-board on differential
 

Wheelbase:

 2600 mm
 

Front & Rear Track:

 1474 mm front; 1474 mm rear
 

Wheels:

 Light alloy discs 7.5x15
 

Tyres:

185VRx15 front; 205VRx15 rear