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TVR Tasmin

General information

ModelTVR Tasmin
Year1980
Rating52.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2792 ccm (170.37 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2792 ccm (170.37 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power162.20 PS (119 kW or 160 HP) at 5700 Rev. per min.
Max torque220.00 Nm (22.4 kgf-m or 162.3 ft.lbs) at 4300 Rev. per min.
Compression9.2:1
Bore x stroke93.0 x 68.5 mm (3.7 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed209.0 km/h (129.9 mph)
0-50 miles6.4 seconds
0-60 miles8.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1567 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4120 litres (1,089 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (374.0 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1035 kg (2,281.8 pounds)
Overall length4020 mm (158.3 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1200 mm (47.2 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2390 mm (94.1 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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