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Bristol 401 1948

General information

ModelBristol 401
Year1948
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1969 ccm (120.15 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1969 ccm (120.15 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power86.20 PS (63 kW or 85 HP) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Max torque145.00 Nm (14.8 kgf-m or 107.0 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression7.5:1
Bore x stroke660.0 x 96.0 mm (26.0 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed161.0 km/h (100.0 mph)
0-50 miles10.2 seconds
0-60 miles15.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0704 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4080 litres (1,078 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (448.8 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1225 kg (2,700.7 pounds)
Overall length4870 mm (191.7 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1530 mm (60.2 inches)
Ground clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase2900 mm (114.2 inches)
Fuel capacity77.0 litres (20.34 gallons)
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