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Daimler Majestic

Daimler Majestic — four-door saloon, 3.8-litre in-line 6. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

Engine3.8-litre in-line 6

TransmissionBorg-Warner Automatic

About the Daimler Majestic

Daimler Majestic is a Four-door Saloon in the luxury class. The available vehicle data lists 3.8-litre in-line 6 as an engine configuration, paired with Borg-Warner Automatic. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.

This Daimler Majestic guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 3.8-litre in-line 6 and Borg-Warner Automatic transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.

Daimler Majestic specifications at a glance

Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.

Make	Daimler
Model	Majestic
Model years	Not specified
Body style	Four-door Saloon
Vehicle class	Luxury
Manufacturer	The Daimler Company Limited
Production	1958–1962; 1,490 produced
Market / country	FI, GB, NL, NZ

Engine, transmission and performance

Engine information for the Daimler Majestic includes 3.8-litre in-line 6.. Published power figures include 147 bhp @4,400 rpmSmith.. Published torque figures include 209 lbft @ 2,800 rpm.. Transmission information includes Borg-Warner Automatic.

Engine	3.8-litre in-line 6
Fuel type	petrol supplied by AC mechanical pump
Transmission	Borg-Warner Automatic
Power	147 bhp @4,400 rpmSmith
Torque	209 lbft @ 2,800 rpm

Dimensions, weight and practicality

Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.

Wheelbase	114 in (2,896 mm)
Length	196 in (4,978 mm)
Width	70.5 in (1,791 mm)
Height	63 in (1,600 mm)
Kerb / curb weight	35 long cwtSmith

Daimler Majestic performance and economy

Power	147 bhp @4,400 rpmSmith

Daimler Majestic other specifications

Image	Daimler.JPG
Name	Daimler Majestic DF316
Sp	uk
Configuration	6-cylinder in-line
Displacement	3794 cc
Bore	86.4 mm (3.4 in)
Stroke	107.95 mm (4.3 in)
Block	cast iron
Head	aluminium alloy; bathtub type combustion chamber; valves set at 7 deg. to vertical
Valvetrain	OHV pushrod cam-in-block
Compression	7.5:1
Fuelsystem	twin S.U. HD6 carburettors, alloy manifold with water-heated jackets
Fueltype	petrol supplied by AC mechanical pump
Oilsystem	submerged gear type pump, Tecalemit full-flow oil filter with safety by-pass
Coolingsystem	water, pump and fan, thermostatically controlled

Daimler Majestic generations and model years

Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.

Generation / scope	Years	Engine	Transmission	Drivetrain
Daimler Majestic DF316	1958–1962; 1,490 produced	3.8-litre in-line 6	Borg-Warner Automatic	Not specified

Daimler Majestic features and equipment

Features shown below are tied to the available source material for this model. Equipment can vary by year, trim and market.

Standard or documented features

✓In 1989 and 1990 Jaguar Cars produced a special edition of the XJ40 using the Majestic name, at first in the US only

✓leather-equipped with steering wheel in interior colour and often red or blue piping

TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressure for Daimler Majestic

Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.

Normal load32 PSI front30 PSI rear

Fully loaded34 PSI front33 PSI rear

Load condition	Front	Rear	Status
Normal	32 PSI	30 PSI	Estimate
Fully loaded	34 PSI	33 PSI	Estimate

Calculate how much air to add

Frequently asked questions about Daimler Majestic

These FAQs are generated automatically for this specific vehicle from the specifications, features and ownership data available in CarCareTool. Questions are selected by relevance so the page focuses on details that can actually be answered for this model.

What engine does the Daimler Majestic have?

The available source data lists the Daimler Majestic engine as 3.8-litre in-line 6. Engine availability can differ by model year and market.

What tire pressure should I use for the Daimler Majestic?

For the correct setting, use the cold inflation pressure on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual. When CarCareTool does not have a verified configuration-specific value, its starting estimate is 32 PSI front and 30 PSI rear for normal load. This is an estimate, not an OEM recommendation.

What is the best engine oil for the Daimler Majestic?

There is no single best engine oil for every Daimler Majestic configuration. Use the viscosity grade and manufacturer approval specified for the exact engine in the owner’s manual.

What body style is the Daimler Majestic?

The Daimler Majestic is classified as a Four-door Saloon.

What fuel does the Daimler Majestic use?

The available source data lists the Daimler Majestic fuel type as petrol supplied by AC mechanical pump.

How much horsepower does the Daimler Majestic have?

The published figure for the Daimler Majestic is 147 bhp @4,400 rpmSmith. Output can vary by engine and specification.

What are the dimensions of the Daimler Majestic?

The available source data lists length 196 in (4,978 mm), width 70.5 in (1,791 mm), height 63 in (1,600 mm), and wheelbase 114 in (2,896 mm).

What transmission does the Daimler Majestic have?

The available source data lists Borg-Warner Automatic transmission options for the Daimler Majestic.

Who makes the Daimler Majestic?

The manufacturer listed for the Daimler Majestic is The Daimler Company Limited.

How much torque does the Daimler Majestic produce?

The available source data lists 209 lbft @ 2,800 rpm of torque for the Daimler Majestic.

When was the Daimler Majestic produced?

The available source data describes production as 1958–1962; 1,490 produced.

How much does the Daimler Majestic weigh?

The available source data lists a kerb/curb weight of 35 long cwtSmith. Actual weight can vary with engine, trim and equipment.

Where was the Daimler Majestic built?

The available source record lists assembly information as United Kingdom: Coventry, England.

What class of car is the Daimler Majestic?

The Daimler Majestic is listed in the Luxury class.

Which markets or countries sold the Daimler Majestic?

The CarCareTool catalog currently associates the Daimler Majestic with FI, GB, NL, NZ. Market availability and specifications can differ.

What came after the Daimler Majestic?

The available vehicle data lists Daimler Majestic Major (1960–1968)Daimler Sovereign (1966–1969) as a successor where applicable.

What replaced the Daimler Majestic?

The available vehicle data lists Daimler Majestic Major (1960–1968)Daimler Sovereign (1966–1969) as the successor where applicable.

What cars are related to the Daimler Majestic?

The available source data identifies related models as Daimler Majestic Major DQ450—; DF316 with bigger V8 engine; Daimler Limousine DR450—; lengthened DQ450. Relationships can vary by market and generation.

How often should I check the tire pressure on the Daimler Majestic?

Check the tires regularly and before long trips, with the tires cold. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual as the source of the manufacturer’s recommended pressure.

Should I use the tire sidewall pressure for the Daimler Majestic?

No. The maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall is not automatically the vehicle’s recommended setting. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the correct cold inflation pressure.

Data sources and verification are available in the page editor; exact specifications can vary by year, market, trim and engine.

Daimler Majestic images

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