The Cabriolet version of the SL Class model has a 4520 cc (275.8 ci) 16 valve V 8 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.
This particular Mercedes SL Class 450SL V8 R107 has a 3 speed / Auto gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.
The SL Class's 4520 cc (275.8 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 221 bhp (164 kW) @ 5000 rpm.
The Mercedes SL Class produces torque measuring 279 lb-ft (378.2 Nm) @ 3000 rpm.
The SL Class weighs around 1580 kg (3483 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 139.8 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 176.5 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The Mercedes SL Class 450SL V8 R107 - [1971] has a top speed of 134 mph (215.6 kph)
This SL Class accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 8.60 seconds or 0-100kph in 8.9s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 14.69 seconds with a trap speed of 85.9 mph.
Vauxhall-Opel VXR8 GTS-R Automatic
Engine: Supercharged Petrol | 6162cc 16v V8
Top Speed: 155 mph
0-60mph: 4.20 seconds
BMW 3 Series 335d xDrive LCI Touring F31
Engine: Turbo Diesel | 2993cc 24v St6
Top Speed: 249.4 kph
0-100kph: 4.9 seconds