Daimler SP250 Overview
The Daimler SP250 is a Cabrio produced from 1959 to 1964. The catalogue records one generation and two versions: 2.6 MT and 2.6 AT. Both use a 2548 cc Gasoline engine producing 142 hp and 210 Nm, with a front, longitudinal installation and RWD. The principal difference is the transmission: 2.6 MT has a 4-speed Manual gearbox, while 2.6 AT has a 3-speed Automatic gearbox.
The Daimler SP250 is a Cabrio produced from 1959 to 1964. The catalogue records one generation and two versions: 2.6 MT and 2.6 AT. Both use a 2548 cc Gasoline engine producing 142 hp and 210 Nm, with a front, longitudinal installation and RWD. The principal difference is the transmission: 2.6 MT has a 4-speed Manual gearbox, while 2.6 AT has a 3-speed Automatic gearbox.
Daimler SP250 Generations
The Daimler SP250 has one generation in the catalogue. The 1 generation was produced from 1959 to 1964 as a Cabrio and includes two versions: 2.6 MT and 2.6 AT.
Daimler SP250 Engine and Specs
Both Daimler SP250 versions share the same naturally aspirated 2548 cc Gasoline engine. It has 8 cylinders in a V-shaped layout, 2 valves per cylinder, carburetor fuel delivery, an 8.2 compression ratio, and a bore and stroke of 76.2 × 70. The engine is mounted at the front in a longitudinal position. Output is 142 hp (104 kW) at 5800 rpm, while peak torque is 210 Nm at 3600 rpm. Boost is listed as No, and the specified fuel is 76.
| Version | Power | Torque | Displacement | Fuel | Cylinders | Layout | Boost | Gearbox | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.6 MT | 142 hp (104 kW) at 5800 rpm | 210 Nm at 3600 rpm | 2548 cc | Gasoline | 8 | V-shaped | No | 4-speed Manual | RWD |
| 2.6 AT | 142 hp (104 kW) at 5800 rpm | 210 Nm at 3600 rpm | 2548 cc | Gasoline | 8 | V-shaped | No | 3-speed Automatic | RWD |
The 2.6 MT and 2.6 AT therefore have identical recorded engine specifications. Each produces 142 hp and 210 Nm from 2548 cc, and neither version uses boost. Their transmission specifications are the defining mechanical difference in the available data.
Both versions use independent, spring front suspension and dependent, leaf spring rear suspension. Disc brakes are fitted at the front and rear.
Daimler SP250 Performance, MPG, and Economy
For the 2.6 MT, acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is not measured. Its recorded top speed is 200 km/h. City fuel consumption, highway fuel consumption, combined fuel consumption, and CO₂ emissions are all not measured.
For the 2.6 AT, acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is not measured, and top speed is also not measured. City fuel consumption, highway fuel consumption, combined fuel consumption, and CO₂ emissions are not measured.
An mpg figure cannot be stated for either Daimler SP250 version because no fuel-consumption measurement is provided. The environmental class is likewise not measured for both 2.6 MT and 2.6 AT.
| Version | 0–100 km/h | Top speed | City consumption | Highway consumption | Combined consumption | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.6 MT | not measured | 200 km/h | not measured | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| 2.6 AT | not measured | not measured | not measured | not measured | not measured | not measured |
Daimler SP250 Dimensions and Weight
The recorded kerb weight is 1000 kg for both the 2.6 MT and 2.6 AT. Gross weight is not measured for either version. Ground clearance and wheel sizes are also not measured. Both versions have a 55-liter fuel tank.
| Version | Kerb weight | Gross weight | Ground clearance | Fuel tank | Wheel sizes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.6 MT | 1000 kg | not measured | not measured | 55 liters | not measured |
| 2.6 AT | 1000 kg | not measured | not measured | 55 liters | not measured |
Overall body dimensions are not measured in the supplied catalogue data. Consequently, no length, width, height, or wheelbase figure can be given for the Daimler SP250.
Which Daimler SP250 Version to Choose?
Choose the 2.6 MT if a 4-speed Manual gearbox is preferred or if the recorded 200 km/h top-speed figure is important. It has 142 hp, 210 Nm, RWD, a 1000 kg kerb weight, and a 55-liter fuel tank. Its 0–100 km/h acceleration and fuel consumption are not measured.
Choose the 2.6 AT if a 3-speed Automatic gearbox is preferred. It matches the 2.6 MT with 142 hp, 210 Nm, 2548 cc displacement, RWD, a 1000 kg kerb weight, and a 55-liter tank. Its acceleration, top speed, and fuel consumption are not measured.
There is no recorded difference between the versions in power, torque, displacement, kerb weight, tank capacity, engine layout, suspension, brakes, or drive system. The Manual version has one more transmission speed than the Automatic version. Because only the 2.6 MT has a measured top speed, the data does not support a direct top-speed comparison between the two versions.