5 Secrets About the Chrysler Turbine Car That Shocked the World — RedlineArchive

5 Secrets About the Chrysler Turbine Car That Shocked the World — RedlineArchive

Discover the shocking truth about America's first turbine-powered car! In this video, we delve into the history and technology behind this groundbreaking vehicle. 1963 CHRYSLER TURBINE CAR The Birth of a Jet-Powered Dream It all started in the late 1950s when Chrysler's engineers, possibly after one too many espresso shots, had a wild idea—what if we took the turbine engine from a jet and shoved it into a car? After all, what could possibly go wrong? Spoiler alert: A lot. But more on that later. Here are the key specifications of the legendary Chrysler Turbine Car (1963–1964) — one of the most iconic experimental cars in American automotive history 🚗Chrysler Turbine Car – Key Specifications 🛠️ Engine: Type: A-831 Gas Turbine Engine Power Output: \~130 hp (horsepower) Torque: 425 lb-ft RPM Range: Operated best at \~36,000 rpm turbine speed 🛞 Drivetrain & Transmission: Layout: Rear-wheel drive (RWD) Transmission: 3-speed automatic TorqueFlite No radiator or conventional cooling system needed ⛽ Fuel & Efficiency: Fuel Types: Ran on diesel, kerosene, jet fuel, even tequila and perfume MPG: \~13–19 mpg (depending on fuel type) Startup Time: \~10 seconds 📐 Body & Design: Designer: Elwood Engel (ex-Ford) Style: 2-door hardtop coupe Body: Hand-built by Ghia (Italy), all steel with bronze-colored "turbine bronze" paint Interior: Jet-inspired gauges and turbine-themed upholstery 🚘 Performance: Top Speed: \~120 mph 0–60 mph: \~12 seconds (est.) Ride Quality: Very smooth due to low engine vibration 🔧 Unique Features: No spark plugs, radiators, or pistons Could idle for hours without overheating Emitted a jet-like whooshing sound Required almost no oil changes 🔍 Production: Built: 55 units (50 for public testing, 5 prototypes) Program Years: 1963–1964 Public Testing: Over 1 million miles by 203 families in the US Scrapped: Most were destroyed by Chrysler for tax/legal reasons — only 9 survive today What if I told you there was once a car that could run on Chanel No. 5, whiskey, and even turpentine? A car so ahead of its time, it left everyone else choking on its jet-powered fumes... until it didn't. Meet the Chrysler Turbine Car—a machine so bizarre, so audacious, that it could only come from the wild minds of the 1960s. ----------------- Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. fair use is a use permited by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing." i do not Own some or all of the video materials used in this video, . in this case of copywrigh issues, please contact us at for credits or removal Thanks For Watching ❤️