Figures & Specs: Mercedes 300 SL II Roadster W198 - [1957]

Mercedes 300 SL Engine & Transmission | Figures & Specs.

Mercedes 300 SL Engine:

The Cabriolet version of the 300 SL model has a 2996 cc (182.8 ci) 12 valve Straight 6 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.

Mercedes 300 SL Transmission:

This particular Mercedes 300 SL II Roadster W198 has a 4 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.

Mercedes 300 SL Power & Torque | Figures & Specs.

Mercedes 300 SL Power:

The 300 SL's 2996 cc (182.8 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 240 bhp (178 kW) @ 6100 rpm.

Mercedes 300 SL Torque:

The Mercedes 300 SL produces torque measuring 217 lb-ft (294.2 Nm) @ 4800 rpm.

Mercedes 300 SL Power to Weight:

The 300 SL weighs around 1330 kg (2932 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 180.4 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 163.1 lb-ft of torque per ton.

Mercedes 300 SL Top Speed & Acceleration Performance | Figures & Specs.

Mercedes 300 SL Top Speed:

The Mercedes 300 SL II Roadster W198 - [1957] has a top speed of 155 mph (249.4 kph)

Mercedes 300 SL Acceleration:

This 300 SL accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 7.30 seconds or 0-100kph in 7.5s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 14.24 seconds with a trap speed of 94.4 mph.

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