Lincoln Continental Mark IV 430 MEL V8 Coupe
261 kW355 PS350 hp1959
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- Power
- 261 kW 355 PS · 350 hp
- Length
- 5,768 mm
- Displacement
- 7,044 cm³
The Lincoln Continental Mark IV 7.0 430 MEL V8 produces 261 kW (355 PS) from a 7.0-litre eight-cylinder petrol engine and comes as a coupe. A 3-speed automatic transmission sends the Continental Mark IV 7.0 430 MEL V8's drive to the rear wheels.
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Engine
| Fuel | Petrol |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 7,044 cm³ 7.0 l · 430 cu in |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Power | 261 kW 355 PS · 350 hp |
Transmission
| Gearbox | Automatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | 3 |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
Dimensions and weight
| Length | 5,768 mm 227.1 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,040 mm 80.3 in |
| Height | 1,440 mm 56.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 3,327 mm 131.0 in |
Production
| Body type | Coupe |
|---|---|
| Years | 1959 |
| Generation | Continental Mark IV (1959) |
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