Sentences with phrase «type of manual gearbox»

A preselector or self - changing [1] gearbox is a type of manual gearbox (US: transmission) used on a variety of vehicles, most commonly in the 1930s.

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Rocketeer tried the Jaguar manual gearbox, too — as found in base - model S - types, which are cheap and plentiful, making them an ideal donor for the conversion — but the Mazda gearbox is actually more than up to the task of handling the power (Bruce notes that the firing pulses of the V6 are easier on gearbox internals than those of a four - pot).

While the gearbox isn't a classic example of its type, it works perfectly well in this application and it's arguably more pleasant to use than the slightly obstinate manual in the Twingo GT, while the closer ratios lend a little more urgency to the Smart's acceleration.

This type of drive technology offers the comfort and convenience of an automatic transmission, with the fuel efficiency and sporty feel of a manual gearbox.

Many cars at the «affordable» end of the market have a manual gearbox as standard, while many enthusiasts prefer this type of transmission even when buying an expensive sports car.

However, the new Wrangler has two types of gearboxes, an eight - speed automatic transmission and a six - speed manual transmission.

As for the petrol, the ongoing 1.6 - litre unit capable of 123 BHP will be available with gearbox options of 6 - speed manual and 6 - speed automatic for both the fuel types.

But don't be dissuaded by the lone manual gearbox, rumors suggest a range of Civic Type R variants could join the lineup, including a softer grand touring version, and possibly even an all - wheel - drive option to rival the Focus RS and Subaru WRX STI.

Unlike some semi-autos, where the manual shift is little more than a gimmick, the F - Type's gearbox combines the control, accuracy and punch of a double - clutch transmission with the smoothness of a traditional self - shifter.

However, just like on the Hilux model, a 6 - speed manual gearbox is in the offer, but the torque is much better with this type of transmission.

The chosen Range Rover is a 1978 model (the Classic Rangie was built from 1970 - 1996) finished in Bahama Gold with the 3.5 litre V8 fed its fuel through a Zenith - Stromberg 175CD type carb — good for a whopping 132bhp and 186lb / ft of torque — with a four - speed manual gearbox and lockable centre diff.

SPECS 2,687 cc 210hp Air - cooled flat 6 cylinder engine Type 915/08 manual gearbox Under 1,700 post-restoration kilometers Bosch mechanical fuel injection 5 - speed manual gearbox in rear transaxle Fully adjustable four - wheel independent suspension Four - wheel hydraulic disc brakes Wheelbase: 89.3» THE 911RS 2.7 Porsche's legendary 917 was no longer eligible to compete in World Sports Car Championship racing after the 1972 racing season, and instead of creating an all - new car from scratch, the Zuffenhausen automaker decided to tackle the new European GT Championship instead.

But there is one type of automatic gearbox that has brought the technology to the masses - the automated manual gearbox or AMT.

Two types of transmission are available: a 5 - or 6 - speed manual and 7 - speed DSG gearbox.

I think the 6 - speed manual gearbox makes a great combination with this type of engine and car.»

A spy managed to catch a V6 - powered F - Type cog - swapping on the Ring, and the consensus of the entire office is that it couldn't be anything but a proper manual gearbox.

This type of engine is able to make 306 horsepower and 295 lb - ft of torque with front wheels via a six - speed manual gearbox.