TVR Speed Eight

General information
Model	TVR Speed Eight
Year	1989
Category	Cabriolets/sport cars
Rating	58 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Engine size	3947 ccm (240.85 cubic inches)
Seats	2
Drive	Rear wheels
Transmission	Manual, 5-speed
Engine and transmission
Engine location	Middle
Displacement	3947 ccm (240.85 cubic inches)
Engine type	V8
Max power	228.10 PS (168 kW or 225 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque	340.00 Nm (34.7 kgf-m or 250.8 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression	9.8:1
Bore x stroke	94.0 x 71.1 mm (3.7 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel system	Injection
Cooling system	Liquid
Gearbox	Manual, 5-speed
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	230.0 km/h (142.9 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)	7.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio	0.2037 PS/kg
Exterior and interior
Chassis type	Cabriolet
Max no. of doors	2
Steering, brakes and tires
Turn circle	10 m (389.8 inches)
Front brakes	Ventilated disks
Rear brakes	Disks
Dimensions and weight
Weight	1120 kg (2,469.2 pounds)
Overall length	4110 mm (161.8 inches)
Overall width	1770 mm (69.7 inches)
Overall height	1220 mm (48.0 inches)
Ground clearance	160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase	2470 mm (97.2 inches)
Fuel capacity	61.0 litres (16.12 gallons)