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Jaguar MK VIII 3.4

General information

ModelJaguar MK VIII 3.4
Year1959
Rating58 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3442 ccm (210.03 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3442 ccm (210.03 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power212.90 PS (157 kW or 210 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque292.00 Nm (29.8 kgf-m or 215.4 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke83.0 x 106.0 mm (3.3 x 4.2 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1206 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5650 litres (1,493 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (433.1 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1765 kg (3,891.2 pounds)
Overall length5000 mm (196.9 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1610 mm (63.4 inches)
Ground clearance200 mm (7.9 inches)
Wheelbase3050 mm (120.1 inches)
Fuel capacity77.0 litres (20.34 gallons)
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