Wolseley 18/85 S

Wolseley 18/85 at the BMC/BL Rally, Peterborough 2008

Wolseley 18/85 at the BMC/BL Rally, Peterborough 2008

Wolseley 18/85 S - key facts

  • Introduced in 1969, the end came for the Wolseley 18/85 S in 1972.
  • The maximum speed of the Wolseley 18/85 S was 99 mph.
  • 35,597 of the Wolseley 18/85 S were produced.
Wolseley 18/85 S Specifications
Production 35,597
(All 18/85 models)
From 1969
Until 1972
Bodywork
Body Stylesaloon
Dimensions
Length13ft 9in4m
Kerb Weight2576lb/1.15ton1168kg
Engine
Engine displacement1798cc110cu in
Cylinders4
Cylinder LayoutInline
Valve operationOverhead valve
Power Output96bhp @ 5700rpm95PS @ 5700rpm
Specific Output53bhp/litre0.87bhp/cu in
Torque Output113lbft @ 2400rpm153Nm @ 2400rpm
Specific Torque85Nm/litre
Fuel TypePetrol
Fuel systemSingle Carburettor
Performance
Power to weight83bhp/ton
Standing Qtr mile19 seconds
Top speed99mph159km/h
Chassis
Engine locationFront
Engine alignmentTransverse
Driven wheelsFront
Front SuspensionIndependent Hydrolastic
Rear SuspensionIndependent Hydrolastic
BrakesDisc front, Drum rear
Gearbox type4 speed Manual or Automatic
Number of gears4
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