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TVR Taimar

General information

ModelTVR Taimar
Year1972
Rating52.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2994 ccm (182.69 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2994 ccm (182.69 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power144.00 PS (106 kW or 142 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque233.00 Nm (23.8 kgf-m or 171.9 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.9:1
Bore x stroke93.8 x 72.4 mm (3.7 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-50 miles5.8 seconds
0-60 miles7.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1404 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (437.0 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1026 kg (2,261.9 pounds)
Overall length4020 mm (158.3 inches)
Overall width1630 mm (64.2 inches)
Overall height1200 mm (47.2 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2290 mm (90.2 inches)
Fuel capacity54.0 litres (14.27 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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