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Lotus Seven S3

General information

ModelLotus Seven S3
Year1969
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating56 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1558 ccm (95.07 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1558 ccm (95.07 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power116.00 PS (85 kW or 114 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque123.00 Nm (12.5 kgf-m or 90.7 ft.lbs)
Bore x stroke81.0 x 77.6 mm (3.2 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Lubrication systemWet sump

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.2035 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3460 litres (914 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.6

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight576 kg (1,269.9 pounds)
Overall length3380 mm (133.1 inches)
Overall width1560 mm (61.4 inches)
Overall height950 mm (37.4 inches)
Wheelbase2240 mm (88.2 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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