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Talbot Lago America

General information

ModelTalbot Lago America
Year1959
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2351 ccm (143.46 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Displacement2351 ccm (143.46 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power82.00 PS (60 kW or 81 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque191.00 Nm (19.5 kgf-m or 140.9 ft.lbs) at 2700 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0841 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight975 kg (2,149.5 pounds)
Overall length4210 mm (165.7 inches)
Overall width1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Overall height1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Wheelbase2510 mm (98.8 inches)
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