1939 Cadillac V-16 Coupé specifications

1939 Cadillac V-16 Coupé data
 
bodywork
Body type2 seater fixed-head coupé
Number of doors2
Designer
dimensions & weights
Wheelbase 3581 mm 141 inches
Track/tread (front) 1537 mm 60.5 inches
Track/tread (rear) 1588 mm 62.5 inches
Length 5639 mm 222 inches
Width
Height 1759 mm 69.3 inches
Ground clearance
length:wheelbase ratio 1.57
Kerb weight
Weight distribution
fuel tank capacity 100.4 litres 22.1 [26.5] UK [US] gal.
aerodynamics
Drag coefficient
Frontal area
CdA
Powertrain
engine type naturally aspirated petrol
Engine manufacturer Cadillac
Engine code 39-90
Cylinders V 16 in 135° vee
Capacity 7.1 litre
7069 cc
(431.377 cu in)
Bore × Stroke 82.55 × 82.55 mm
3.25 × 3.25 in
Bore/stroke ratio 1
Valve gear side valve (SV)
2 valves per cylinder
32 valves in total
maximum power output
(gross)
188 PS (185 bhp) (138 kW)
at 3600 rpm
maximum torque
(gross)

Specific output
(gross)
19.5 kW/litre
26.5 ps/litre
26.2 bhp/litre
0.43 bhp/cu in
Engine construction
Lubrication wet sumped
compression ratio 6.75:1
Fuel system 1 Stromberg carburettor
bmep (brake mean effective pressure)
Maximum RPM
crankshaft bearings 9
Engine coolant Water
Unitary capacity 441.81 cc
Aspiration Normal
Compressor N/A
Intercooler None
Catalytic converter N
performance
Acceleration 0-80km/h (50mph)
Acceleration 0-60mph
Acceleration 0-100km/h
Acceleration 0-160km/h (100mph)
Standing quarter-mile
Standing kilometre
Maximum speed
Power-to-weight ratio
Weight-to-power ratio
fuel consumption
Fuel consumption
universal fuel consumption (calculated from the above)
litres/100km
km/litre
UK MPG
US MPG
Carbon dioxide emissions
Carfolio Calculated CO2 ?
VED band (UK)
CO2 Effizienz (DE)
chassis
Engine position front
Engine layout longitudinal
Drive wheels rear wheel drive  
Torque split N/A
Steering
turns lock-to-lock
Turning circle
Front suspension
Rear suspension
Wheel size front 5.00 x 16
Wheel size rear 5.00 x 16
Tyres front U.S. and Firestone 7.50-16
Tyres rear U.S. and Firestone 7.50-16
Brakes F/R Dr/Dr-S
Front brake diameter 356 mm
Rear brake diameter 356 mm
Braked area
Gearbox 3 speed manual
Top gear ratio 1
Final drive ratio 4.31
general
Carfolio.com ID578127
Production total
Model code 9057
Model family Series 90
RAC rating 67.6
Insurance classification No information available
Tax band No information available
1939 Cadillac V-16 Coupé added 2018-12-27.
Last modified 2020-03-16.

Cadillac Series 90 - Series 90 models

2 door convertible/​cabriolet FR 3M 7069 cm3/431.4cuin 188 PS 185 bhp 138 kW
4 door convertible/​cabriolet FR 3M 7069 cm3/431.4cuin 188 PS 185 bhp 138 kW
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 7069 cm3/431.4cuin 188 PS 185 bhp 138 kW
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 7069 cm3/431.4cuin 188 PS 185 bhp 138 kW
4 door limousine FR 3M 7069 cm3/431.4cuin 188 PS 185 bhp 138 kW
4 door sedan/​saloon FR 3M 7069 cm3/431.4cuin 188 PS 185 bhp 138 kW
4 door limousine FR 3M 7069 cm3/431.4cuin 188 PS 185 bhp 138 kW
4 door sedan/​saloon FR 3M 7069 cm3/431.4cuin 188 PS 185 bhp 138 kW
4 door sedan/​saloon FR 3M 7069 cm3/431.4cuin 188 PS 185 bhp 138 kW
4 door sedan/​saloon FR 3M 7069 cm3/431.4cuin 188 PS 185 bhp 138 kW
4 door limousine FR 3M 7069 cm3/431.4cuin 188 PS 185 bhp 138 kW
4 door sedan/​saloon FR 3M 7069 cm3/431.4cuin 188 PS 185 bhp 138 kW
2 door convertible/​cabriolet FR 3M 7069 cm3/431.4cuin 188 PS 185 bhp 138 kW
4 door convertible/​cabriolet FR 3M 7069 cm3/431.4cuin 188 PS 185 bhp 138 kW
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 7069 cm3/431.4cuin 188 PS 185 bhp 138 kW
4 door limousine FR 3M 7069 cm3/431.4cuin 188 PS 185 bhp 138 kW
4 door sedan/​saloon FR 3M 7069 cm3/431.4cuin 188 PS 185 bhp 138 kW
4 door sedan/​saloon FR 3M 7069 cm3/431.4cuin 188 PS 185 bhp 138 kW
4 door sedan/​saloon FR 3M 7069 cm3/431.4cuin 188 PS 185 bhp 138 kW
4 door limousine FR 3M 7069 cm3/431.4cuin 188 PS 185 bhp 138 kW
4 door sedan/​saloon FR 3M 7069 cm3/431.4cuin 188 PS 185 bhp 138 kW
4 door sedan/​saloon FR 3M 7069 cm3/431.4cuin 188 PS 185 bhp 138 kW
4 door sedan/​saloon FR 3M 7069 cm3/431.4cuin 188 PS 185 bhp 138 kW
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2 door convertible/​cabriolet FR 3M 7756 cm3/473.3cuin 177 PS 175 bhp 130 kW
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 7758 cm3/473.4cuin 177 PS 175 bhp 130 kW
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 7758 cm3/473.4cuin 177 PS 175 bhp 130 kW
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 7756 cm3/473.3cuin 177 PS 175 bhp 130 kW
2 door convertible/​cabriolet FR 3M 7756 cm3/473.3cuin 177 PS 175 bhp 130 kW
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2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 7756 cm3/473.3cuin 177 PS 175 bhp 130 kW 2449 kg
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 3M 7756 cm3/473.3cuin 177 PS 175 bhp 130 kW 2461 kg
2 door convertible/​cabriolet FR 3M 7756 cm3/473.3cuin 177 PS 175 bhp 130 kW 2527 kg
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