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Alvis FWD 8/15

Bodywork

type 2S RDSR
doors 0

Engine information

Bore × stroke 55.00 mm × 78.50 mm 2.17 in × 3.09 in
Cylinders S-8
Displace 1.5 litre 1491 cc (90.986 cu in)
Engine type DOHC
Valves 2 valves per cylinder | 16 valves in total
Engine construction
Sump
Compression ratio
Fuel system 1 SU carb
Maximum power 126.7 PS (125.0 bhp) (93.2 kW)
0-50 mph
0-60 mph
0-100 mph
0-100 km/h
80 - 120 km/h
402 m (Quarter mile)
Standing km
Top speed 169 km/h (105 mph)
Fuel consumption
CO2 emissions
Power to weight ratio 106.84 bhp/ton
Specific output
Maximum torque
bmep
Specific torque
Maximum rpm
Code
Main bearings
Coolant Water
Bore / stroke ratio 0.7
Unitary capacity 186.38 cc/cylinder
Aspiration Normal
Compressor type N/A
Intercooler None
Catalytic converter N

Dimensions and weight

wheelbase 3048 mm
wheelbase 120 in
Length (milimeters)
Length (inches)
Width (milimeters)
Width (inches)
Height (milimeters)
Height (inches)
L:W ratio
Ground clearance (milimeters)
Ground clearance (inches)
Kerb weight (kilograms) 1170 kg
Kerb weight (pounds) 2579 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 FWD
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 15.0
Number made
Model code
Model family
Insurance classification No information available
Tax band No information available

Manual Download

Download 1929 Alvis FWD 8/15 PDF Manual
Designer unknown
Year 1929

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