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Jaguar XK 120 DHC

Bodywork

type 2S DHC
doors 2

Engine information

Bore × stroke 83.00 mm × 106.00 mm 3.27 in × 4.17 in
Cylinders S-6
Displace 3.4 litre 3442 cc (210.044 cu in)
Engine type DOHC
Valves 2 valves per cylinder | 12 valves in total
Engine construction
Sump
Compression ratio 8.00:1
Fuel system 2 SU carbs
Maximum power 192.6 PS (190.0 bhp) (141.7 kW) @ 5500 rpm
0-50 mph 7.10 s
0-60 mph 9.50 s
0-100 mph
0-100 km/h
80 - 120 km/h
402 m (Quarter mile) 17.50 s
Standing km
Top speed 193 km/h (120 mph)
Fuel consumption
CO2 emissions
Power to weight ratio 136.01 bhp/ton
Specific output
Maximum torque 285.0 Nm (210 ft·lb) (29.1 kgm) @ 2500 rpm
bmep 1040.5 kPa (150.9 psi)
Specific torque 82.8 Nm/litre
Maximum rpm
Code
Main bearings
Coolant Water
Bore / stroke ratio 0.78
Unitary capacity 573.67 cc/cylinder
Aspiration Normal
Compressor type N/A
Intercooler None
Catalytic converter N

Dimensions and weight

wheelbase 2591 mm
wheelbase 102 in
Length (milimeters) 4394 mm
Length (inches) 173 in
Width (milimeters) 1562 mm
Width (inches) 61.5 in
Height (milimeters) 1359 mm
Height (inches) 53.5 in
L:W ratio 1.7
Ground clearance (milimeters)
Ground clearance (inches)
Kerb weight (kilograms) 1397 kg
Kerb weight (pounds) 3080 lb
Weight distribuiton
Fuel capacity (litres)
Fuel capacity (UK Ga)
Fuel capacity (US Gal)

Aerodynamics

Drag coefficient
Frontal area
Cx

Chassis

Engine location Front
Engine alignment Longitudinal
Drive RWD
Steering
Turns lock-to-lock
Turning circle
Tyres
Wheels
Brakes F/R
Brake ∅
Braked area
Transmission
Top gear ratio 1.00
Final drive ratio 3.54

General information

RAC rating 25.6
Number made
Model code
Model family
Insurance classification No information available
Tax band No information available

Manual Download

Download 1953 Jaguar XK 120 DHC PDF Manual
Designer unknown
Year 1953

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