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Caterham 7 Blackbird

General information

ModelCaterham 7 Blackbird
Year2000
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating60.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1137 ccm (69.38 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1137 ccm (69.38 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power172.40 PS (127 kW or 170 HP) at 10750 Rev. per min.
Max torque125.00 Nm (12.7 kgf-m or 92.2 ft.lbs) at 8250 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke79.0 x 58.0 mm (3.1 x 2.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed212.0 km/h (131.7 mph)
0-60 miles3.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.3918 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (393.7 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight440 kg (970.0 pounds)
Overall length3110 mm (122.4 inches)
Overall width1580 mm (62.2 inches)
Overall height1010 mm (39.8 inches)
Ground clearance90 mm (3.5 inches)
Wheelbase2260 mm (89.0 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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