beagleair 0 Posted February 18, 2008 Report Share Posted February 18, 2008 is there any difference between the 912 motor and the 911 fitted to the sunbeam? looks like the sump is a bit different, but i am guessing the guts are the same? was thinking about a slow performance build whilst still running about in the car as it is Quote Link to post Share on other sites
andydclements 751 Posted February 18, 2008 Report Share Posted February 18, 2008 I think the 911 was 2.0l. The water outlets for the head may be different (the Excel/ Eclat / Elite definitely are, and I think the Sunbeam shares that head layout). Andy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MPx 267 Posted February 18, 2008 Report Share Posted February 18, 2008 For what its worth, the engine in the Sunbeam has a 2172cc capacity as standard. I know my Esprit is 2174cc....but I've no idea which dimensions changed to make the 2cc difference. Mike Quote Loving Lionel and Eleanor......missing Charlie and Sonny Link to post Share on other sites
beagleair 0 Posted February 19, 2008 Author Report Share Posted February 19, 2008 i think i will scrape that idea and keep on the look out for an hc motor then. thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Esprit Aviation 2 Posted February 19, 2008 Report Share Posted February 19, 2008 I'm curious, which Sunbeam(s) had the lotus engine? The Sunbeam Talbot? Quote KILL THE RUST! RUST REMOVAL Link to post Share on other sites
beagleair 0 Posted February 19, 2008 Author Report Share Posted February 19, 2008 yep, thats the one. there is a guy over here who has one that he race's putting out 250bhp! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MPx 267 Posted February 19, 2008 Report Share Posted February 19, 2008 Yes, its the Talbot Sunbeam Lotus to give it its proper name. Won the world rally championship in 1981. You can read about it at the Sunbeam Lotus Owners Club site if interested Clicky. I sold mine a couple of years ago, but am still a member cos its a good friendly club and great car.....hope to get another one oneday. Quote Loving Lionel and Eleanor......missing Charlie and Sonny Link to post Share on other sites
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