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Bristol Britannia

General information

ModelBristol Britannia
Year1980
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating62.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5898 ccm (359.90 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5898 ccm (359.90 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Compression8.0:1
Bore x stroke101.6 x 90.9 mm (4.0 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed225.0 km/h (139.8 mph)
0-60 miles7.2 seconds

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (472.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1752 kg (3,862.5 pounds)
Overall length5010 mm (197.2 inches)
Overall width1780 mm (70.1 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2910 mm (114.6 inches)
Fuel capacity82.0 litres (21.66 gallons)
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