1975-1988 Angus Automobile Verdun
Contest thread: NASCAR and Le Mans-1976 - #39 by karhgath
The Verdun was the smaller pony car attempt by Angus Automobile. It already had the larger Vagabond muscle car on the market, and needed a smaller, more affordable model. The Verdun came late to the game, had multiple delays in development, but was quite quick and agile, and not too costly. However, the base V8 model tended to heavily oversteer and was smaller than the competition, which did play against it. It took the R/T trim and competitive models, plus NASCAR homologation, to really put the Verdun on the map.
The Octane R/T Cup version raced by Team Octane is the most famous one, having been invited to run the Le Mans race in 1976 as a cup car.
1975 Verdun V8 model pictured
1976 Verdun Octane R/T Cup model pictured
Technical Specifications
Octane R/T Cup
Engine: V8 Pushrod 354 cid (5.8L)
Power: 329 hp @ 4700 rpm
Torque: 380 ft-lb @ 4300 rpm
0-100 km/h: 6.18 seconds
1/4 Mile: 14.10s
La Sarthe Lap Time: 4:28.28
Transmission: 4-speed Manual, RWD, open diff, 2.54 final drive
Maximum Speed: 288 km/h
Tires: Radial semi slicks, P205/50R16 88Y (front), P235/45R16 91Y (rear)
Brakes: Solid disk 2 pistons (front), Solid disk 1 piston (rear)
Clearance: 236mm
Weight: 1228kg