Specs for the '96 WS6 Trans Am

Available as a coupe or convertible, the 1996 Pontiac Trans Am WS6 is considered the peak performance version of the Pontiac Firebird pony car. It features the WS6 suspension package, which includes four-wheel disc brakes, radial tires and stiffer springs.

Engine, Transmission and Fuel Economy

Each '96 Pontiac Trans Am WS6 has a 5.7-liter V-8 engine with 285 horsepower and 325 foot-pounds of torque. With a 16-gallon gas tank and six-speed manual transmission, the vehicle can get a fuel economy of 16 miles per gallon in city driving, 26 mpg on the highway.

Acceleration

The 1996 Pontiac Trans Am WS6 can go from zero to 60 miles per hour within a five-second range. It can also cover a quarter-mile distance within 13 seconds.

Physical Specs

A two-door vehicle that offers standard seating for up to four people, the 1996 Trans Am WS6 is 197 inches long, 75 inches wide and 52 inches high and it has a wheelbase of 101 inches. It sports 16-inch alloy wheels. The curb weight range is around 3,400 to 3,600 lbs.

References

• MSN Autos: 1996 Pontiac Trans Am
• Zero to 60 Times: Pontiac 0 to 60

Resources

• Edmunds.com: Pontiac Firebird History