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Jaguar XK 120

General information

ModelJaguar XK 120
Year1953
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
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
Seats2
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3442 ccm (210.03 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power160.00 PS (118 kW or 158 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque291 Nm (29.7 kgf-m or 214.6 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke83.0 x 106.0 mm (3.3 x 4.2 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump

Speed and acceleration

Top speed193.0 km/h (119.9 mph)
0-50 miles7.3 seconds
0-60 miles10.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1236 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4040 litres (1,067 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1295 kg (2,855.0 pounds)
Overall length4430 mm (174.4 inches)
Overall width1570 mm (61.8 inches)
Overall height1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Wheelbase2600 mm (102.4 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)
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