Mercedes-Benz 300S Cabriolet A

General information
Model	Mercedes-Benz 300S Cabriolet A
Year	1951
Category	Cabriolets/sport cars
Rating	55.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Engine size	2996 ccm (182.82 cubic inches)
Seats	4
Drive	Rear wheels
Transmission	Manual, 4-speed
Engine and transmission
Engine location	Front, longitudinal
Displacement	2996 ccm (182.82 cubic inches)
Engine type	Inline, 6 cylinder
Max power	150.10 PS (110 kW or 148 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque	230.00 Nm (23.5 kgf-m or 169.6 ft.lbs) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Compression	7.8:1
Bore x stroke	85.0 x 88.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel system	Carburetor
Valves per cylinder	2
Lubrication system	Wet sump
Cooling system	Liquid
Gearbox	Manual, 4-speed
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	175.0 km/h (108.7 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)	15.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio	0.0863 PS/kg
Exterior and interior
Chassis type	Cabriolet
Max no. of doors	2
Passenger space	5780 litres (1,527 gallons)
Steering, brakes and tires
Turn circle	12 m (484.3 inches)
Brake details	Antiblocking system (ABS)
Dimensions and weight
Weight	1740 kg (3,836.0 pounds)
Overall length	4740 mm (186.6 inches)
Overall width	1920 mm (75.6 inches)
Overall height	1520 mm (59.8 inches)
Wheelbase	2910 mm (114.6 inches)
Fuel capacity	85.0 litres (22.46 gallons)
Other specifications
Country of origin	Germany