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TVR Type S

General information

ModelTVR Type S
Year1988
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating53.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2792 ccm (170.37 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2792 ccm (170.37 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power160.00 PS (118 kW or 158 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque220.00 Nm (22.4 kgf-m or 162.3 ft.lbs) at 4300 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke93.0 x 68.5 mm (3.7 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1778 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight900 kg (1,984.2 pounds)
Overall length3970 mm (156.3 inches)
Overall width1630 mm (64.2 inches)
Overall height1130 mm (44.5 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2300 mm (90.6 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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