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Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W121)Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W121) 190 SL (105 Hp)

General information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Generation
SL Roadster (W121)
Modification (Engine)
190 SL (105 Hp)
Start of production
1955
End of production
1963
Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Body type
Roadster
Seats
3
Doors
2

Performance specs

Fuel consumption (economy) - combined
8.6 l/100 km
Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Maximum speed
173 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio
10.9 kg/Hp, 92.1 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio
8 kg/Nm, 124.6 Nm/tonne

Internal combustion engine specs

Power
105 Hp @ 5700 rpm.
Power per litre
55.4 Hp/l
Torque
142 Nm @ 3200 rpm.
Maximum engine speed
6000 rpm.
Engine layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model/Code
M 121 B II
Engine displacement
1897 cm3
Number of cylinders
4
Engine configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
85 mm
Piston Stroke
83.6 mm
Compression ratio
8.5
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Fuel injection system
Carburettor
Engine aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Engine oil capacity
4 l
Coolant
10 l

Volume and weights

Kerb Weight
1140 kg
Max. weight
1400 kg
Max load
260 kg
Fuel tank capacity
65 l

Dimensions

Length
4220 mm
Width
1740 mm
Height
1320 mm
Wheelbase
2400 mm
Front track
1430 mm
Rear (Back) track
1470 mm
Ride height (ground clearance)
155 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)
11 m

Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs

Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number of gears and type of gearbox
4 gears, manual transmission
Front suspension
Double wishbone
Rear suspension
Dependent spring suspension
Front brakes
Drum
Rear brakes
Drum
Wheel rim size
13