Ford Vendome

Ford Vendome - key facts

Ford Vendome Specifications
From	1948
Until	1954
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length	15ft 3in	4.67m
Kerb Weight	2923lb/1.305ton	1326kg
Engine
Engine displacement	3923cc	239cu in
Cylinders	8
Cylinder Layout	Vee
Valve operation	Side Valve
Power Output	100bhp @ 3700rpm	99PS @ 3700rpm
Specific Output	25bhp/litre	0.42bhp/cu in
Torque Output	168lbft @ 1500rpm	228Nm @ 1500rpm
Specific Torque	58Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Single Carburettor
Performance
Power to weight	77bhp/ton
Top speed	90mph	145km/h
Chassis
Engine location	Front
Engine alignment	Longitudinal
Driven wheels	Rear
Front Suspension	Independent Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Beam axle half eliptic leaf
Brakes	Drums front and rear
Gearbox type	3 speed Manual
Number of gears	3