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The Coupe version of the TR8 model has a 3532 cc (215.5 ci) 16 valve V 8 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.
This particular Triumph TR8 3.5 V8 has a 5 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.
The TR8's 3532 cc (215.5 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 148 bhp (110 kW) @ 5000 rpm.
The Triumph TR8 produces torque measuring 164 lb-ft (222.3 Nm) @ 3500 rpm.
The TR8 weighs around 1203 kg (2652 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 123.0 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 136.3 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The Triumph TR8 3.5 V8 - [1978] has a top speed of 135 mph (217.2 kph)
This TR8 accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 7.70 seconds or 0-100kph in 8.0s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 14.87 seconds with a trap speed of 82.9 mph.
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