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Jaguar Mark VIII

General information

ModelJaguar Mark VIII
Year1957
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating59.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3442 ccm (210.03 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3442 ccm (210.03 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power211.00 PS (155 kW or 208 HP) at 5550 Rev. per min.
Max torque283.00 Nm (28.9 kgf-m or 208.7 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.0:1
Bore x stroke83.0 x 106.0 mm (3.3 x 4.2 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1183 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5650 litres (1,493 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (433.1 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1784 kg (3,933.0 pounds)
Overall length5000 mm (196.9 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1600 mm (63.0 inches)
Ground clearance200 mm (7.9 inches)
Wheelbase3050 mm (120.1 inches)
Fuel capacity77.0 litres (20.34 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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