Wolseley Vintage 16-45 E6
The Wolseley 16/45 was originally designed and showcased prior to the demise of Wolseley Motors Ltd due to bankruptcy in 1926. The 16/45, known as the “Silent Six” made a deep impression on Viscount Nuffield, who acquired the Company and renamed it “Wolseley Motors 1927 Ltd”.
The 16/45 “Silent Six” continued in production to ensure the name of Wolseley was not lost, and a four-cylinder version 12/32 was introduced, followed shortly afterwards by an eight cylinder 21/60.
These engines were similar in general design, adopting the overhead camshaft driven by a vertical shaft, an evolution of the Hispano design which remained a characteristic feature of all Wolseley engines for many years.
The 16/45 was replaced in 1930 by the “Viper” also of 16hp.
| Specifications | |
| Model Designation | Wolseley 16/45 E6 |
| Designer | - |
| Production Period | 1926 - 1930 |
| Total Produced | 7198 |
| Body Type | 4 Door Saloon |
| Engine | 2025cc |
| Engine Configuration | IL 6 OHC |
| Power | - bhp @ - rpm |
| Torque | - lb ft @ - rpm |
| Transmission | 4 speed manual |
| Top Speed | 59 mph (95 kph) |
| 0-60 mph | - seconds |
| Fuel consumption | 18 mpg |
| Weight | 2016 lb (914 kg) |
| Length | 14’ 7" (4.445 m) |
| Width | 5’ 10.5" (1.791 m) |
| Height | -‘ -" (- m) |
| Predecessor | 16/35 hp AC8 |
| Successor | Viper |
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