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Jaguar 3.8 Mk II

General information

ModelJaguar 3.8 Mk II
Year1960
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60.7 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
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

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 torque325.00 Nm (33.1 kgf-m or 239.7 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.0:1
Bore x stroke87.0 x 106.0 mm (3.4 x 4.2 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed201.0 km/h (124.9 mph)
0-50 miles6.4 seconds
0-60 miles8.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1519 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4040 litres (1,067 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (401.6 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1448 kg (3,192.3 pounds)
Overall length4600 mm (181.1 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2740 mm (107.9 inches)
Fuel capacity54.0 litres (14.27 gallons)
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