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TVR V8 S

General information

ModelTVR V8 S
Year1990
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating58 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3947 ccm (240.85 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3947 ccm (240.85 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power243.30 PS (179 kW or 240 HP) at 5300 Rev. per min.
Max torque373.00 Nm (38.0 kgf-m or 275.1 ft.lbs)
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed233.0 km/h (144.8 mph)
0-60 miles5.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2313 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2

Dimensions and weight

Weight1052 kg (2,319.3 pounds)
Overall length3960 mm (155.9 inches)
Overall width1670 mm (65.7 inches)
Overall height1230 mm (48.4 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2290 mm (90.2 inches)
Fuel capacity54.0 litres (14.27 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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