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Jaguar MK IX 1958

General information

ModelJaguar MK IX
Year1958
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating60.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3781 ccm (230.72 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3781 ccm (230.72 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power220.00 PS (162 kW or 217 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque330.00 Nm (33.6 kgf-m or 243.4 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.0:1
Bore x stroke87.1 x 106.0 mm (3.4 x 4.2 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1219 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space5360 litres (1,416 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (401.6 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1805 kg (3,979.3 pounds)
Overall length5000 mm (196.9 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1600 mm (63.0 inches)
Ground clearance200 mm (7.9 inches)
Wheelbase2900 mm (114.2 inches)
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