Engineering:Melling V8
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Designed by Al Melling, the Melling V8 is derived from the AJP V8 used in the TVR Tuscan challenge and the TVR Cerbera.
The engine comes in two variants; the road version - wet sump and the race version - dry sump. To ensure the best packaging of the engine it has been designed with a 72 degree V.
Performance
Race variant
Maximum power - 448 bhp (334 kW; 454 PS) @ 7200rpm
Maximum torque - 407 lb⋅ft (552 N⋅m) @5200rpm
Engine weight - 118 kg (260 lb) (including alternator)
Road variant
Maximum power - 418 bhp (312 kW; 424 PS) @ 7200rpm
Maximum torque - 390 lb⋅ft (530 N⋅m) @5200rpm
Engine weight - 123 kg (271 lb) (including alternator)
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