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Bristol 408 1964

General information

ModelBristol 408
Year1964
Rating59.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5130 ccm (313.03 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5130 ccm (313.03 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 8 cylinder
Max power218.7 PS (161 kW or 216 HP) at 4400 Rev. per min.
Max torque463.00 Nm (47.2 kgf-m or 341.5 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke98.6 x 84.1 mm (3.9 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1382 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space5010 litres (1,324 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1585 kg (3,494.3 pounds)
Overall length4920 mm (193.7 inches)
Overall width1740 mm (68.5 inches)
Overall height1510 mm (59.4 inches)
Wheelbase2910 mm (114.6 inches)
Fuel capacity81.0 litres (21.40 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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