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Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster
Year1960
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating53.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2996 ccm (182.82 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2996 ccm (182.82 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power241.00 PS (177 kW or 238 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque271.00 Nm (27.6 kgf-m or 199.9 ft.lbs) at 4600 Rev. per min.
Compression7.6:1
Bore x stroke85.0 x 88.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemDry sump
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed217.0 km/h (134.8 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)10.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1740 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4160 litres (1,099 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (452.8 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1386 kg (3,055.6 pounds)
Overall length4530 mm (178.3 inches)
Overall width1800 mm (70.9 inches)
Overall height1310 mm (51.6 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity100.0 litres (26.42 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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