Compare: Mercedes-Benz SL 1955 Roadster 105 Hp

General information

Brand

Mercedes-Benz

Model

Generation

SL Roadster (W121)

Modification (Engine)

190 SL (105 Hp)

Start of production

1955 year

End of production

1963 year

Body type

Roadster

Seats

Doors

Performance specs

Fuel consumption (economy) - combined

8.6 l/100 km

Fuel Type

Petrol (Gasoline)

Maximum speed

173 km/h

Internal combustion engine specs

Power

105 Hp @ 5700 rpm.

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

Engine configuration

Inline

Cylinder Bore

85 mm

Piston Stroke

83.6 mm

Compression ratio

8.5

Number of valves per cylinder

Fuel injection system

Carburettor

Engine aspiration

Naturally aspirated engine

Engine oil capacity

4 l

Coolant

10 l

Space, Volume and weights

Kerb Weight

1140 kg

Max. weight

1400 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

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