Mercedes-Benz 500 SLC

General information
Model	Mercedes-Benz 500 SLC
Year	1980
Category	Large/luxury cars
Rating	73.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Engine size	4972 ccm (303.39 cubic inches)
Seats	4
Drive	Rear wheels
Transmission	Automatic, 4-speed
Engine and transmission
Engine location	Front, longitudinal
Displacement	4972 ccm (303.39 cubic inches)
Engine type	V8
Max power	240.30 PS (177 kW or 237 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque	402.00 Nm (41.0 kgf-m or 296.5 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Compression	8.8:1
Bore x stroke	96.5 x 85.0 mm (3.8 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel system	Injection
Valves per cylinder	2
Lubrication system	Wet sump
Cooling system	Liquid
Gearbox	Automatic, 4-speed
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	225.0 km/h (139.8 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)	7.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio	0.1586 PS/kg
Exterior and interior
Chassis type	Coupe
Max no. of doors	2
Steering, brakes and tires
Turn circle	12 m (472.4 inches)
Dimensions and weight
Weight	1515 kg (3,340.0 pounds)
Overall length	4760 mm (187.4 inches)
Overall width	1800 mm (70.9 inches)
Overall height	1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Wheelbase	2820 mm (111.0 inches)
Fuel capacity	90.0 litres (23.78 gallons)
Other specifications
Country of origin	Germany