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Austin 3-Litre 1967

General information

ModelAustin 3-Litre
Year1967
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating58.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2910 ccm (177.57 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2910 ccm (177.57 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power121.70 PS (90 kW or 120 HP) at 4750 Rev. per min.
Max torque221.00 Nm (22.5 kgf-m or 163.0 ft.lbs) at 2700 Rev. per min.
Compression8.2:1
Bore x stroke83.4 x 88.9 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed161.0 km/h (100.0 mph)
0-50 miles10.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0799 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4110 litres (1,086 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Dimensions and weight

Weight1524 kg (3,359.8 pounds)
Overall length4720 mm (185.8 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Ground clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase2940 mm (115.7 inches)
Fuel capacity65.0 litres (17.17 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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