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Jaguar MK IX 1960

General information

ModelJaguar MK IX
Year1960
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)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving11.6 litres/100 km (20.24 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3781 ccm (230.72 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power223.10 PS (164 kW or 220 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 stroke87.0 x 106.0 mm (3.4 x 4.2 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1236 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space5360 litres (1,416 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (433.1 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

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)
Fuel capacity90.0 litres (23.78 gallons)
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