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TVR 420 SEAC

General information

ModelTVR 420 SEAC
Year1987
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating58 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4225 ccm (257.81 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4225 ccm (257.81 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power304.20 PS (224 kW or 300 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque393.00 Nm (40.1 kgf-m or 289.9 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.8:1
Bore x stroke93.4 x 77.1 mm (3.7 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed266.0 km/h (165.3 mph)
0-60 miles5.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2600 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2

Dimensions and weight

Weight1170 kg (2,579.4 pounds)
Overall length4020 mm (158.3 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1210 mm (47.6 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2390 mm (94.1 inches)
Fuel capacity59.0 litres (15.59 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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