Daimler: Sovereign 420 (1969)
Speed: Engine: Alloy-head, dual-overhead-cam 4235cc straight-six, with twin 2in SU carburettors
Max power:245bhp @ 5500rpm
Max torque: 283lb ft @ 3750rpm
Transmission four-speed, all-synchro manual with optional Laycock de Normanville overdrive on top, or three-speed Borg Warner Model 8 auto, driving rear wheels via limited-slip diff (later optional)
Suspension: front double wishbones, coil springs, telescopic dampers, anti-roll bar rear lower links, fixed-length driveshafts, radius arms, twin coil spring/dampers
Brakes: discs all round, 11.2in (284mm) front, 10.4in (290mm) rear, with servo
Length:15ft 71/2in (4763mm)
Width: 5ft 7in (1702mm)
Height: 4ft 61/2in (1384mm)
Wheelbase: 8ft 111/2in (2730mm)
Weight3: 668-3685lb (1667-1675kg)
Acceleration: 0-60mph 9.2-c11 secs
Top speed: 115-125mph
Mpg 15-20
