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Jaguar XK 150S DHC

General information

ModelJaguar XK 150S DHC
Year1959
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating58 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3781 ccm (230.72 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3781 ccm (230.72 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power268.70 PS (198 kW or 265 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque353.00 Nm (36.0 kgf-m or 260.4 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.0:1
Bore x stroke87.1 x 106.0 mm (3.4 x 4.2 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-50 miles6.2 seconds
0-60 miles7.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1824 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space5650 litres (1,493 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1473 kg (3,247.4 pounds)
Overall length4500 mm (177.2 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Wheelbase2600 mm (102.4 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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