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- 5.9 V8 (1976)

Bristol 603 5.9 V8 Specs

(1976 - ) Technical Specifications

Key Specs

Petrol

359.9 cu-in
5898 cm³

V 8

172 HP
174 PS / 128 kW

269 lb-ft
366 Nm

140 Mph
225 km/h

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Bristol 603 5.9 V8 Body, Model and Production details

Body :	Coupé

Num. of Doors :	2 doors


Bristol 603 5.9 V8 Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	V 8

Engine Code :	-

Fuel type :	Petrol

Fuel System :	1 Carter carb

Engine Alignment :	Longitudinal

Engine displacement :	359.9 cu-in / 5898 cm³

Bore x Stroke :	4 x 3.58 inches 101.60 x 90.93 mm

Number of valves :	16 Valves

Aspiration :	naturally-aspirated

Compression Ratio :	8.00

Horsepower :	172 HP / 174 PS / 128 kW @ 4000 rpm

Maximum torque :	269 lb-ft / 366 Nm @ 4000 rpm

Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	RWD

Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	3 speed Automatic Transmission Relations Final Drive Ratio: 2.88


Bristol 603 5.9 V8 Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Tank Capacity :	21.4 gallons 81.8 L 17.8 UK gallons

Catalytic converter :	No

Bristol 603 5.9 V8 Performance

Top Speed :	140 Mph / 225 km/h

Acceleration 0 to 60 mph (0 to 96 Km/h) :	8.60 s

Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) :	- s


Bristol 603 5.9 V8 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase :	114.02 inches / 289.6 cm

Length :	193.31 inches / 491 cm

Width :	69.69 inches / 177 cm

Height :	56.69 inches / 144 cm

Front Axle :	54.49 inches / 138.4 cm

Rear Axle :	55 inches / 139.7 cm

Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	-

Curb Weight :	3935 lbs / 1785 kg

Weight/Power Output Ratio :	10.3 kg/hp


Bristol 603 5.9 V8 Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Discs (- inches / - mm)

Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Discs (- inches / - mm)

Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	-/- R-

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	-/- R-

Steering :	Recirculating ball. PAS -

Front Suspension :	Coil springs.

Rear Suspension :	Torsion bar. De-Dion axle.

What engine is in Bristol 603 5.9 V8?
The Bristol 603 5.9 V8 has a V 8, Petrol engine with 5898 cm³ / 359.9 cu-in capacity.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1976 Bristol 603 5.9 V8 have?
The 1976 Bristol 603 5.9 V8 has 174 PS / 172 bhp / 128 kW.

How much does a Bristol 603 5.9 V8 weighs?
The Bristol 603 5.9 V8 weighs 1785 Kg / 3935 lbs.

What is the top speed of a Bristol 603 5.9 V8?
The Bristol 603 5.9 V8 top speed is 225 Km/h / 140 mph.

Is Bristol 603 5.9 V8 All Wheel Drive (AWD)?
No, the Bristol 603 5.9 V8 is not All Wheel Drive (AWD). It's Rear Wheel Drive (RWD).

How fast is a Bristol 603 5.9 V8?
The Bristol 603 5.9 V8 can reach 0 to 60 mph in 8.60 seconds and has a top speed of 140 mph.