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Compare: Mercedes-Benz SL Coupe (W198) 300 SL (215 Hp)
Mercedes-Benz SL Coupe (W198)
General information
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Generation
SL Coupe (W198)
Modification (Engine)
300 SL (215 Hp)
Start of production
August, 1954 year
End of production
May, 1957 year
Body type
Coupe
Seats
2
Doors
2
Performance specs
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined
9.5 l/100 km
Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h
10 sec
Maximum speed
260 km/h
Internal combustion engine specs
Power
215 Hp @ 5800 rpm.
Torque
275 Nm @ 4600 rpm.
Engine layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model/Code
M 198.980
Engine displacement
2996 cm
3
Number of cylinders
6
Engine configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
85 mm
Piston Stroke
88 mm
Compression ratio
8.55
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Fuel injection system
Direct injection
Engine aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine oil capacity
15 l
Coolant
15.5 l
Space, Volume and weights
Kerb Weight
1295 kg
Max. weight
1515 kg
Fuel tank capacity
100 l
Dimensions
Length
4520 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1300 mm
Wheelbase
2400 mm
Front track
1385 mm
Rear (Back) track
1435 mm
Ride height (ground clearance)
130 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)
11.5 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, Transverse stabilizer
Rear suspension
Coil spring
Front brakes
Drum
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering type
Cone worm with recirculation balls
Tires size
165/90 R 15
Wheel rims size
5 K x 15