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1952 Bentley R-Type Continental
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Build Start:
1952
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Specifications
General
Build Start:
1952
ModelVariant:
Continental
Dimensions
Length:
5245mm
Track/tread (front):
1486mm
Kerb weight:
1651 kgkg
Width:
1816mm
Track/tread (rear):
1486mm
Wheelbase:
3048mm
Body Details
Body type:
4/5 seater sedan/saloon
Engine details
Cylinders:
Straight 6
Engine layout:
longitudinal
engine type:
naturally aspirated petrol
Aspiration:
Normal
Engine coolant:
Water
compression ratio:
7.25:1
Bore/stroke ratio:
0.8
Capacity:
4.6 litre4566 cc(278.634 cu in)
Engine manufacturer:
Rolls-Royce
Engine position:
front
Catalytic converter:
N
Bore × Stroke:
92 × 114.3 mm, 3.62 × 4.5 inmm
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Performance
Maximum speed:
188km/h
Acceleration 0-80km/h (50mph):
9.3 ss
Drive wheels:
rear wheel drive
Standing quarter-mile:
18.5 s
Fuel Consump.
Fuel system:
2 SU carbs
Chassis & Geomtry
length:wheelbase ratio:
1.72
Other
RAC rating:
31.5
Unitary capacity:
761 cccc
Valve gear:
overhead inlet, side exhaust (oise), 2 valves per cylinder, 12 valves in total
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