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Gilbern GT MK I

Bodywork

type 4/5S FHC
doors 2

Engine information

Bore × stroke 75.40 mm × 88.90 mm 2.97 in × 3.5 in
Cylinders S-4
Displace 1.6 litre 1588 cc (96.906 cu in)
Engine type OHV
Valves 2 valves per cylinder | 8 valves in total
Engine construction
Sump
Compression ratio 8.30:1
Fuel system 2 SU carbs
Maximum power 81.1 PS (80.0 bhp) (59.7 kW) @ 5600 rpm
0-50 mph 9.50 s
0-60 mph 13.80 s
0-100 mph -1.00 s
0-100 km/h
80 - 120 km/h
402 m (Quarter mile) 19.00 s
Standing km
Top speed 151 km/h (94 mph)
Fuel consumption
CO2 emissions
Power to weight ratio 91.32 bhp/ton
Specific output
Maximum torque 118.0 Nm (87 ft·lb) (12 kgm) @ 3800 rpm
bmep 933.8 kPa (135.4 psi)
Specific torque 74.31 Nm/litre
Maximum rpm
Code
Main bearings
Coolant Water
Bore / stroke ratio 0.85
Unitary capacity 397 cc/cylinder
Aspiration Normal
Compressor type N/A
Intercooler None
Catalytic converter N

Dimensions and weight

wheelbase 2362 mm
wheelbase 93 in
Length (milimeters) 3810 mm
Length (inches) 150 in
Width (milimeters) 1524 mm
Width (inches) 60 in
Height (milimeters) 1283 mm
Height (inches) 50.5 in
L:W ratio 1.61
Ground clearance (milimeters)
Ground clearance (inches)
Kerb weight (kilograms) 876 kg
Kerb weight (pounds) 1931 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 4M
Top gear ratio 1.00
Final drive ratio 3.73

General information

RAC rating 14.1
Number made
Model code
Model family
Insurance classification No information available
Tax band No information available

Manual Download

Download 1959 Gilbern GT MK I PDF Manual
Designer unknown
Year 1959

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