1955 Austin-Healey 100 M BN2 2.6L Specifications

1955 Austin-Healey 100 Engine & Transmission.

Engine:

The Cabriolet version of the 100 model has a 2660 cc (162.3 ci) 16 valve Straight 4 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.

Transmission:

This particular Austin-Healey 100 M BN2 2.6L has a 4 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.

1955 Austin-Healey 100 Power & Torque.

Power:

The 1955 Austin-Healey 100 reaches its peak power of 110 bhp (82 kW) @ 4500 rpm.

Torque:

The 1955 Austin-Healey 100 produces torque measuring 160 lb-ft (216.9 Nm) @ 2500 rpm.

Power to Weight:

The 100 weighs around 1090 kg (2403 lb). The 1955 Austin-Healey 100 Power to weight is 100.9 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 146.7 lb-ft of torque per ton.

1955 Austin-Healey 100 0-60, Top Speed & Quarter Mile

Top Speed:

The 1955 Austin-Healey 100 has a top speed of 109 mph (175.4 kph)

Acceleration:

The 1955 Austin-Healey 100 accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 12.20 seconds or 0-100kph in 12.6s. The 1955 Austin-Healey 100 estimated 1/4 mile drag time is 15.21 seconds with a trap speed of 77.5 mph.

1955 100 M BN2 2.6L Rivals:

• 1957 Mercedes SL Class 300SL Roadster W198
• 2010 Alfa-Romeo Brera JTS 3.2 V6 24v
• 2000 Audi A4 3.0 V6 Quattro

Related Links:

• 1955 100 Rivals List.
• 1955 100: Full Review and Comparisons.
• A Brief History of Austin-Healey
• Compare the 1955 Austin-Healey 100

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