The Cabriolet version of the SL Class model has a 2996 cc (182.8 ci) 12 valve Straight 6 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.
This particular Mercedes SL Class 300SL Roadster W198 has a 4 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.
The SL Class's 2996 cc (182.8 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 215 bhp (160 kW) @ 5800 rpm.
The Mercedes SL Class produces torque measuring 203 lb-ft (275.2 Nm) @ 4600 rpm.
The SL Class weighs around 1329 kg (2929 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 161.7 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 152.7 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The Mercedes SL Class 300SL Roadster W198 - [1961] has a top speed of 145 mph (233.3 kph)
This SL Class accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 9.30 seconds or 0-100kph in 9.6s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 14.41 seconds with a trap speed of 91.0 mph.
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Engine: Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 1796cc 16v St4
Top Speed: 140 mph
0-60mph: 3.90 seconds
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Engine: Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 2967cc 24v V6
Top Speed: 234.9 kph
0-100kph: 6.9 seconds