Facel Vega HK500 6.3L

Facel Vega HK500 6.3L - key facts

Facel Vega HK500 6.3L Specifications
Production	490 All HK500's
From	1959
Until	1961
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length	15ft 0in	4.6m
Kerb Weight	4032lb/1.8ton	1829kg
Engine
Engine make	Chrysler
Engine displacement	6286cc	384cu in
Cylinders	8
Cylinder Layout	Vee
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Power Output	355bhp @ 4800rpm	350PS @ 4800rpm
Specific Output	56bhp/litre	0.93bhp/cu in
Torque Output	400lbft @ 3600rpm	542Nm @ 3600rpm
Specific Torque	86Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Single Carburettor
Performance
Power to weight	197bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-60mph	8.4 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	16.3 seconds
Top speed	129mph	208km/h
Chassis
Engine location	Front
Engine alignment	Longitudinal
Driven wheels	Rear
Front Suspension	Independent Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Beam axle half eliptic leaf
Brakes	Discs front and rear
Gearbox type	Automatic or optional 4 speed Manual