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Bentley R-Type Continental

Bodywork

type 4/5S SAL
doors 0

Engine information

Bore × stroke 92.00 mm × 114.30 mm 3.62 in × 4.5 in
Cylinders S-6
Displace 4.6 litre 4566 cc (278.634 cu in)
Engine type oise
Valves 2 valves per cylinder | 12 valves in total
Engine construction
Sump
Compression ratio 7.25:1
Fuel system 2 SU carbs
Maximum power
0-50 mph 9.30 s
0-60 mph
0-100 mph
0-100 km/h
80 - 120 km/h
402 m (Quarter mile) 18.50 s
Standing km
Top speed 188 km/h (117 mph)
Fuel consumption
CO2 emissions
Power to weight ratio
Specific output
Maximum torque
bmep
Specific torque
Maximum rpm
Code
Main bearings
Coolant Water
Bore / stroke ratio 0.8
Unitary capacity 761 cc/cylinder
Aspiration Normal
Compressor type N/A
Intercooler None
Catalytic converter N

Dimensions and weight

wheelbase 3048 mm
wheelbase 120 in
Length (milimeters) 5245 mm
Length (inches) 206.5 in
Width (milimeters) 1816 mm
Width (inches) 71.5 in
Height (milimeters)
Height (inches)
L:W ratio 1.72
Ground clearance (milimeters)
Ground clearance (inches)
Kerb weight (kilograms) 1651 kg
Kerb weight (pounds) 3640 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
Final drive ratio

General information

RAC rating 31.5
Number made
Model code
Model family
Insurance classification No information available
Tax band No information available

Manual Download

Download 1952 Bentley R-Type Continental PDF Manual
Designer unknown
Year 1952

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