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Mercedes-Benz W112 Coupe 300 SE (160 Hp) Automatic
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Mercedes-Benz W112:
The Mercedes-Benz W112 is a luxury automobile produced by Mercedes-Benz from 1961 to 1967. Marketed as the 300SE, it was available as a standard sedan , stretched sedan , and distinct coupé and convertible.
The sedan is based on the Mercedes-Benz W111 Fintail chassis and coachwork. The 300SE coupe/convertible was introduced in February 1962, and shares its more restrained and elegant Paul Bracq designed bodywork and interior with the Mercedes-Benz W111 220SE coupe/convertible. The stretched wheelbase 300SE "Lang" sedan appeared in March 1963, redesignated the 300SEL in 1964....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Coupe Overview:
Mercedes-Benz W112 (Coupe). With 251 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1590 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.5 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
As a classic vehicle from the 1960s, the Mercedes-Benz W112 Coupe predates modern safety standards and Euro NCAP testing. It lacks contemporary active and passive safety features.
300 SE (160 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This 160 Hp automatic variant provides a smooth and comfortable ride, accelerating to 100 km/h in 11.5 seconds, ideal for relaxed luxury motoring.
Fuel Economy
With 13-13.7 l/100 km, the fuel economy is consistent with other automatic luxury cars of the period, prioritizing comfort over absolute efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort due to advanced air suspension.
- • Powerful and smooth inline-six engine for its era.
- • Timeless, elegant design and high-quality craftsmanship.
- • Significant collector's appeal and historical importance.
Cons:
- • High maintenance costs, especially for air suspension and engine components.
- • Fuel consumption is high by modern standards.
- • Lack of modern safety features.
- • Parts can be scarce and expensive.
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model: | W112 |
| Generation: | Coupe |
| Modification (Engine): | 300 SE (160 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | February, 1962 |
| End of production: | January, 1964 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 160 Hp @ 5000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 53.4 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 251 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M 189 I / 189.985 |
| Engine displacement: | 2996 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 85 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.7:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 13-13.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.9 kg/Hp, 100.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.3 kg/Nm, 157.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1590 |
| Max. weight: | 2060 |
| Max load: | 470 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4880 mm mm |
| Width: | 1845 mm mm |
| Height: | 1395 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2750 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1482 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1490 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Steering type | Cone worm with recirculation balls |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 13 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer, Air suspension |
| Rear suspension | Air suspension, Trailing arm |
If you could change one thing about the Mercedes-Benz W112, what would it be?