1959 Bentley S 2 Saloon Specifications

1959 Bentley S Engine & Transmission.

Engine:

The Saloon version of the S model has a 6231 cc (380.2 ci) 16 valve V 8 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.

Transmission:

This particular Bentley S 2 Saloon has a 4 speed / Auto gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.

1959 Bentley S Power & Torque.

Power:

The 1959 Bentley S reaches its peak power of 200 bhp (149 kW) @ 4500 rpm.

Torque:

The 1959 Bentley S produces torque measuring 332 lb-ft (450.1 Nm) @ 2500 rpm.

Power to Weight:

The S weighs around 2006 kg (4422 lb). The 1959 Bentley S Power to weight is 99.7 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 165.5 lb-ft of torque per ton.

1959 Bentley S 0-60, Top Speed & Quarter Mile

Top Speed:

The 1959 Bentley S has a top speed of 113 mph (181.8 kph)

Acceleration:

The 1959 Bentley S accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 12.00 seconds or 0-100kph in 12.4s. The 1959 Bentley S estimated 1/4 mile drag time is 15.24 seconds with a trap speed of 77.0 mph.

1959 S 2 Saloon Rivals:

• 1977 Ford Thunderbird 400 6.6L V8 7th Gen
• 1993 Mazda RX7 FD Turbo
• 1992 Mazda RX7 Turbo

Related Links:

• 1959 S Rivals List.
• 1959 S: Full Review and Comparisons.
• A Brief History of Bentley
• Compare the 1959 Bentley S

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