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Mercedes-Benz S 550

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz S 550
Year1990
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5547 ccm (338.48 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5547 ccm (338.48 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power300.7 PS (221 kW or 297 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque463.00 Nm (47.2 kgf-m or 341.5 ft.lbs) at 3750 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke96.5 x 94.8 mm (3.8 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1663 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space5350 litres (1,413 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1810 kg (3,990.4 pounds)
Overall length5030 mm (198.0 inches)
Overall width1830 mm (72.0 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2950 mm (116.1 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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