Engineering:Melling V8

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)