Mercedes-Benz 420 SEL

General information
Model	Mercedes-Benz 420 SEL
Year	1986
Category	Large/luxury cars
Rating	62.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Engine size	4196 ccm (256.04 cubic inches)
Seats	5
Drive	Rear wheels
Transmission	Automatic, 4-speed
Engine and transmission
Engine location	Front, longitudinal
Displacement	4196 ccm (256.04 cubic inches)
Engine type	V8
Max power	234.20 PS (172 kW or 231 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque	327 Nm (33.3 kgf-m or 241.2 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke	92.0 x 78.9 mm (3.6 x 3.1 inches)
Cooling system	Liquid
Gearbox	Automatic, 4-speed
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	204.0 km/h (126.8 mph)
0-60 miles	8.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio	0.1441 PS/kg
Exterior and interior
Chassis type	Sedan/saloon
Max no. of doors	4
Passenger space	4870 litres (1,287 gallons)
Dimensions and weight
Weight	1625 kg (3,582.5 pounds)
Overall length	5170 mm (203.5 inches)
Overall width	2010 mm (79.1 inches)
Overall height	1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Ground clearance	160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase	3080 mm (121.3 inches)
Other specifications
Country of origin	Germany