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Elfin MS8 2007 - date |
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Elfin MS8 review, specs, stats, comparison, rivals, data, details, photos and information on SupercarWorld.com |
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Specs Metric Imperial |
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General |
Class |
Sports Car |
Body |
0 Door 2 Seat Coupe/Convertible |
Layout |
Front Engine Rear Drive |
Transmission |
6 Speed Manual
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Number Built |
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Engine |
Type |
Conventional |
Details |
V8 |
Capacity |
346 in3 5665 cc |
Max Power |
329 bhp @rpm 241 Kw @rpm |
Max Torque |
365 lb/ft @rpm 495 Nm @rpm |
Power to Weight |
371 bhp/ton 0.27 Kw/Kg |
Torque to Weight |
412 lbft/ton 0.55 Nm/Kg |
Specific Output |
58 bhp/litre |
Compression |
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Bore x Stroke |
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Fuel Cons |
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Emissions |
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Performance |
Top Speed |
186 mph 299 kmh |
0 - 30 mph 0 - 48 kmh |
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0 - 60 mph 0 - 100 kmh |
4.1 sec 4.3 sec |
0 - 100 mph 0 - 160 kmh |
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0 - 124 mph 0 - 200 kmh |
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0 - 186 mph 0 - 300 kmh |
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30 - 70 mph 48 - 113 kmh |
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Standing qtr Mile Standing Km |
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60 - 0 mph 97 - 0 kmh |
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0 - 100 - 0 mph 0 - 160 - 0 kmh |
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Ring Lap Time |
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Lateral Accn |
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Drag Cd |
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Dimensions |
Length |
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Width |
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Height |
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Weight |
1984 lbs 900 Kg |
Wheels (F/R) |
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Tyres (F/R) |
235/40 R18 235/40 R18 |
Fuel Capacity |
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Pricing |
New Price |
£48000 |
Used Price |
£10000 - £15000 |
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Elfin official site |
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Profile |
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Place the V8 from the Holden Monaro into a lightweight Caterham style body and you have Australia's latest supercar, the Elfin MS8. Available in Clubman (convertible) or Streamliner (coupe) formats, the MS8 boasts a superb 371 bhp/ton power to weight ratio, giving lively acceleration and a 186mph max, not to mention the loudest engine noise this side of F1.
Unfortunately the Elfin's huge power is too much for it's chassis, resulting in 'spirited' handling. This is disappointing considering Elfin's recognised motorsport pedigree. It's also expensive at £42,000 when compared to rivals from Caterham, Westfield and Ariel, which offer at least as much performance for less money.
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Ratings |
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Performance | 7/10 |
Handling | 6/10 |
Looks | 7/10 |
Features | 5/10 |
Quality | 7/10 |
Costs | 8/10 |
Desire | 5/10 |
Eco | 4/10 |
Practicality | 2/10 |
Sound | 8/10 |
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