Everything you need to know about specifications and performance - Mercedes-Benz SL 1973 - 450 SL V8 (225 Hp) Automatic

Overview:
What is the engine capacity of a Mercedes-Benz SL 1973?
The engine capacity of the Mercedes-Benz SL 1973 is 4520.
Mercedes-Benz SL 1973 How many horsepower?
The engine power of the Mercedes-Benz SL 1973 is 225 Hp @ 5000 rpm..
What is the Mercedes-Benz SL 1973 engine?
Mercedes-Benz SL 1973 engine is M 117.982. (Click to see other cars using the same engine)
How much gasoline does a Mercedes-Benz SL 1973 consume?
The Mercedes-Benz SL 1973 consumes 14.5 liters of gasoline per 100 km
General:
Brand: Mercedes-Benz
Model: SL
Generation: R107
Modification (Engine): 450 SL V8 (225 Hp) Automatic
Start of production: 1973
End of production: 1980
Powertrain Architecture: Internal Combustion Engine
Body type: Roadster
Seats: 2
Doors: 2
Engine:
Power: 225 hp @ 5000 rpm.
Power per litre: 49.8 hp/l
Torque: 378 nm @ 3000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code: m 117.982
Engine displacement: 4520
Number of cylinders: 8
Engine configuration: V-engine
Number of valves per cylinder: 2
Fuel injection system: Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration: Naturally aspirated Engine
Valvetrain: SOHC
Engine oil capacity: 8 l
Coolant: 15 l
Engine layout: Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore: 92 mm
Piston Stroke: 85 mm
Compression ratio: 8.8:1
Performance:
Fuel Type: Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: 14.5 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: 8.8 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: 8.8 sec
Maximum speed: 215 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio: 7 kg/Hp, 142 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio: 4.2 kg/Nm, 238.5 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: 8.4 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight (kg): 1585
Max. weight (kg): 2015
Max load (kg): 430
Trunk (boot) space - maximum: 252 l
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): 1200 kg
Fuel tank capacity: 90 l
Permitted trailer load without brakes: 750 kg
dimensions:
Length: 4370 mm
Width: 1790 mm
Height: 1300 mm
wheelbase: 2455 mm
Front track: 1452 mm
Rear (Back) track: 1440 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): 10.34 m
Powertrain, Suspension and Brakes:
Drivetrain Architecture: The Internal combustion Engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel: Rear wheel drive
Number of gears and type of gearbox: 3 gears, automatic transmission
Front brakes: Ventilated discs, 278 mm
Rear brakes: Disc, 279 mm
Steering type: Cone worm with recirculation balls
Power steering: Hydraulic Steering
Tires size: Front wheel tires: 205/70 VR14
Wheel rims size: Front wheel rims: 6.5J x 14
Front suspension: Coil spring, Double wishbone
Rear suspension: Threaded twist beam, Transverse stabilizer, Coil Spring
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