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Bristol 408

Bodywork

type 2+2 FHC
doors 2

Engine information

Bore × stroke 98.55 mm x 84.07 mm 3.88 in x 3.31 in
Cylinders V-8
Displace 5.1 litre 5130 cc (313.052 cu in)
Engine type OHV
Valves 2 valves per cylinder | 16 valves in total
Engine construction
Sump
Compression ratio 9.00:1
Fuel system 1 Ca carb
Maximum power 253.5 PS (250.0 bhp) (186.4 kW) @ 4400 rpm
0-50 mph 7.20 s
0-60 mph 9.20 s
0-100 mph
0-100 km/h
80 - 120 km/h
402 m (Quarter mile) 17.00 s
Standing km
Top speed 203 km/h (126 mph)
Fuel consumption
CO2 emissions
Power to weight ratio 156.25 bhp/ton
Specific output
Maximum torque 460.0 Nm (339 ft·lb) (46.9 kgm) @ 2800 rpm
bmep 1126.8 kPa (163.4 psi)
Specific torque 89.67 Nm/litre
Maximum rpm
Code
Main bearings
Coolant Water
Bore / stroke ratio 1.17
Unitary capacity 641.25 cc/cylinder
Aspiration Normal
Compressor type N/A
Intercooler None
Catalytic converter N

Dimensions and weight

wheelbase 2896 mm
wheelbase 114 in
Length (milimeters) 4915 mm
Length (inches) 193.5 in
Width (milimeters) 1727 mm
Width (inches) 68 in
Height (milimeters) 1500 mm
Height (inches) 59.1 in
L:W ratio 1.7
Ground clearance (milimeters)
Ground clearance (inches)
Kerb weight (kilograms) 1600 kg
Kerb weight (pounds) 3527 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 Di/Di-S
Brake ∅
Braked area
Transmission 3A
Top gear ratio 1.00
Final drive ratio 3.31

General information

RAC rating 48.2
Number made
Model code
Model family
Insurance classification No information available
Tax band No information available

Manual Download

Download 1963 Bristol 408 PDF Manual
Designer unknown
Year 1963

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