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Lotus Etna

General information

ModelLotus Etna
Year1984
CategoryPrototypes/concept models
Rating66.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3946 ccm (240.78 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationMiddle
Displacement3946 ccm (240.78 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power336.00 PS (247 kW or 331 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque408.00 Nm (41.6 kgf-m or 300.9 ft.lbs) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Compression11.2:1
Bore x stroke95.2 x 69.3 mm (3.7 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed290.0 km/h (180.2 mph)
0-60 miles4.3 seconds

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4510 litres (1,192 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks

Dimensions and weight

Overall length4270 mm (168.1 inches)
Overall width1850 mm (72.8 inches)
Overall height1150 mm (45.3 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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