1978 Triumph TR8 3.5 V8 Specifications

1978 Triumph TR8 Engine & Transmission.

Engine:

The Coupe version of the TR8 model has a 3532 cc (215.5 ci) 16 valve V 8 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.

Transmission:

This particular Triumph TR8 3.5 V8 has a 5 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.

1978 Triumph TR8 Power & Torque.

Power:

The 1978 Triumph TR8 reaches its peak power of 148 bhp (110 kW) @ 5000 rpm.

Torque:

The 1978 Triumph TR8 produces torque measuring 164 lb-ft (222.3 Nm) @ 3500 rpm.

Power to Weight:

The TR8 weighs around 1203 kg (2652 lb). The 1978 Triumph TR8 Power to weight is 123.0 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 136.3 lb-ft of torque per ton.

1978 Triumph TR8 0-60, Top Speed & Quarter Mile

Top Speed:

The 1978 Triumph TR8 has a top speed of 135 mph (217.2 kph)

Acceleration:

The 1978 Triumph TR8 accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 7.70 seconds or 0-100kph in 8.0s. The 1978 Triumph TR8 estimated 1/4 mile drag time is 14.87 seconds with a trap speed of 82.9 mph.

1978 TR8 3.5 V8 Rivals:

• 1990 Alfa-Romeo 164 3.0 V6 Cloverleaf
• 2016 Ford Fiesta ST 200 1.6 Turbo
• 1984 Nissan Cherry 1.5 Turbo

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• 1978 TR8 Rivals List.
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