Sunbeam Rapier Fastback
1968 Sunbeam Rapier fastback at Bristol classic car show, 2010
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Sunbeam Rapier Fastback - key facts
- Introduced in 1967, the end came for the Sunbeam Rapier Fastback in 1976.
- The Sunbeam Rapier Fastback accelerated from 0 to 60mph in 9.2 seconds.
- Maximum speed of the Sunbeam Rapier Fastback was 103 mph.
- 46,204 of the Sunbeam Rapier Fastback were produced.
| Sunbeam Rapier Fastback Specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| Production | 46,204 (All Arrow based Fastbacks) | |
| From | 1967 | |
| Until | 1976 | |
| Bodywork | ||
| Body Style | Coupe | |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 14ft 4in | 4m |
| Width | 5ft 43/4in | 1.64m |
| Wheelbase | 8ft 21/2in | 2.5m |
| Front Track | 4ft 3in | 1.32m |
| Rear Track | 4ft 3in | 1.32m |
| Kerb Weight | 2275lb/1ton | 1032kg |
| Engine | ||
| Engine displacement | 1725cc | 105cu in |
| Bore | 3in | 81.5mm |
| Stroke | 3in | 82.6mm |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | |
| Valve operation | Overhead valve | |
| Compression ratio | 9.2:1 | |
| Power Output | 88bhp @ 5200rpm | 87PS @ 5200rpm |
| Specific Output | 51bhp/litre | 0.84bhp/cu in |
| Torque Output | 101lbft @ 3500rpm | 137Nm @ 3500rpm |
| Specific Torque | 79Nm/litre | |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | |
| Fuel system | Single Carburettor | |
| Performance | ||
| Power to weight | 87bhp/ton | |
| Acceleration 0-50mph | 9 seconds | |
| Acceleration 0-60mph | 9.2 seconds | |
| Standing Qtr mile | 18.7 seconds | |
| Top speed | 103mph | 166km/h |
| Fuel consumption | 26mpg | 11km/l |
| Chassis | ||
| Engine location | Front | |
| Engine alignment | Longitudinal | |
| Driven wheels | Rear | |
| Front Suspension | Independent Coil Spring | |
| Rear Suspension | Beam axle half eliptic leaf | |
| Brakes | Disc front, Drum rear | |
| Gearbox type | 4 speed Manual with Overdrive option or Automatic | |
| Number of gears | 4 | |
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