Figures & Specs: Rover SD1 Vitesse 3.5L V8 - [1984]

Rover SD1 Engine & Transmission | Figures & Specs.

Rover SD1 Engine:

The Hatchback version of the SD1 model has a 3532 cc (215.5 ci) 16 valve V 8 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.

Rover SD1 Transmission:

This particular Rover SD1 Vitesse 3.5L V8 has a 5 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.

Rover SD1 Power & Torque | Figures & Specs.

Rover SD1 Power:

The SD1's 3532 cc (215.5 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 187 bhp (139 kW) @ 5280 rpm.

Rover SD1 Torque:

The Rover SD1 produces torque measuring 220 lb-ft (298.2 Nm) @ 4000 rpm.

Rover SD1 Power to Weight:

The SD1 weighs around 1440 kg (3174 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 129.8 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 152.7 lb-ft of torque per ton.

Rover SD1 Top Speed & Acceleration Performance | Figures & Specs.

Rover SD1 Top Speed:

The Rover SD1 Vitesse 3.5L V8 - [1984] has a top speed of 135 mph (217.2 kph)

Rover SD1 Acceleration:

This SD1 accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 7.10 seconds or 0-100kph in 7.3s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 14.76 seconds with a trap speed of 84.7 mph.

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