Daimler Majestic Major
Daimler Majestic Major — 4-door saloon, 4½ litre V-8. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.
About the Daimler Majestic Major
Daimler Majestic Major is a 4-door saloon in the full-size luxury car class. The available vehicle data lists 4½ litre V-8 as an engine configuration, paired with BW DG250M 3-speed automatic with torque multiplier on 1st and 2nd. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.
This Daimler Majestic Major guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 4½ litre V-8 and BW DG250M 3-speed automatic with torque multiplier on 1st and 2nd transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.
Daimler Majestic Major specifications at a glance
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| Make | Daimler |
|---|---|
| Model | Majestic Major |
| Model years | Not specified |
| Body style | 4-door saloon |
| Vehicle class | Full-size luxury car |
| Manufacturer | The Daimler Company Limited |
| Production | November 1960–19681,180 produced |
| Market / country | NL, NZ |
Engine, transmission and performance
Engine information for the Daimler Majestic Major includes 4½ litre V-8.. Published power figures include 220 bhp @ 5,500 rpmSmith.. Published torque figures include 283 lb·ft @ 3200 rpmSmith.. Transmission information includes BW DG250M 3-speed automatic with torque multiplier on 1st and 2nd.
| Engine | 4½ litre V-8 |
|---|---|
| Fuel type | petrolSmith |
| Transmission | BW DG250M 3-speed automatic with torque multiplier on 1st and 2nd |
| Power | 220 bhp @ 5,500 rpmSmith |
| Torque | 283 lb·ft @ 3200 rpmSmith |
Dimensions, weight and practicality
Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.
| Wheelbase | 114 in (2,896 mm)Smith |
|---|---|
| Length | 202 in (5,131 mm)Smith |
| Width | 73.75 in (1,873 mm)Smith |
| Height | 62.75 in (1,594 mm)Smith |
| Kerb / curb weight | 4088 pounds 1854 kg |
Daimler Majestic Major performance and economy
| Power | 220 bhp @ 5,500 rpmSmith |
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Daimler Majestic Major other specifications
| Image | Daimler 7181HP 020510 CPS.jpg |
|---|---|
| Caption | 1960 Majestic Major in May 2010 |
| Name | Daimler Majestic Major DQ450 |
| Sp | uk |
| Configuration | 90° V8Smith |
| Displacement | 4561 ccSmith |
| Bore | 95.25 mm (3.8 in)Smith |
| Stroke | 80.01 mm (3.2 in)Smith |
| Block | cast chrome ironSmith; aluminium alloy pistonsSmith; crankshaft in five bearingsSmith |
| Head | high tensile aluminium alloy,Smith sand castSmith |
| Valvetrain | 2 valves per cylinder, OHV, hemispherical headSmith |
| Compression | 8 : 1Smith |
| Fuelsystem | twin SU semi-downdraught HD8 carburettorsSmith |
| Fueltype | petrolSmith |
| Oilsystem | submerged pump, full flow filterSmith |
| Coolingsystem | water-cooled with thermostatic control, pump, and fanSmith |
Daimler Majestic Major generations and model years
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| Generation / scope | Years | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daimler Majestic Major DQ450 | November 1960–19681,180 produced | 4½ litre V-8 | BW DG250M 3-speed automatic with torque multiplier on 1st and 2nd | Not specified |
| Daimler 4½-litre V8 | 1960–1968 | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
Recommended tire pressure for Daimler Majestic Major
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.
| Load condition | Front | Rear | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 32 PSI | 30 PSI | Estimate |
| Fully loaded | 34 PSI | 33 PSI | Estimate |
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