The car has a sleek sedan body style with seating for 5. It boasts a spacious interior and a comfortable ride. Its dimensions suggest a slightly compact footprint, making it suitable for urban environments.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4680 mm 184.25 in.
Width
1770 mm 69.69 in.
Height
1440 mm 56.69 in.
Wheelbase
2750 mm 108.27 in.
Front Track
1448 mm 57.01 in.
Rear Track
1440 mm 56.69 in.
Fuel Consumption
The car is a petrol-powered vehicle with a combined fuel consumption of 12.5 liters per 100 kilometers, which is approximately 18.82 US mpg or 22.6 UK mpg.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined
12.5 l/100 km 18.82 US mpg 22.6 UK mpg 8 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The car specs describe a rear-wheel drive vehicle with a 6-cylinder, inline engine, producing 130 horsepower at 5000 rpm and 216 Nm of torque at 3200 rpm. The engine is naturally aspirated and features a carburettor fuel injection system.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
130 Hp @ 5000 rpm.
Power Per Litre
46.8 Hp/l
Torque
216 Nm @ 3200 rpm. 159.31 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
M 130 V 28 / 130.923
Engine Displacement
2778 cm3 169.52 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
86.5 mm 3.41 in.
Piston Stroke
78.8 mm 3.1 in.
Compression Ratio
8.7
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
4 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Double wishbone
Rear Suspension
Trailing arm
Brakes
The /8 model car features disc brakes on both front and rear wheels, ensuring efficient braking performance. The steering system is equipped with a cone worm mechanism that utilizes recirculation balls for smooth handling. The wheel rims are sized 5.5J x 14 on both front and rear wheels, providing a stable ride.
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Steering Type
Cone worm with recirculation balls
Wheel Rims Size
Front wheel rims: 5.5J x 14 Rear wheel rims: 5.5J x 14
Weight & Capacity
The /8 model boasts an impressive weight-to-power ratio of 10.7 kg/Hp and 93.2 Hp/tonne, making it a powerful ride. With a kerb weight of 1395 kg and a max load of 520 kg, this car is designed for performance. The 65-liter fuel tank capacity ensures you can go the distance without needing to refuel.
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Weight To Power Ratio
10.7 kg/Hp, 93.2 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
6.5 kg/Nm, 154.8 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1395 kg 3075.45 lbs.
Max Weight
1915 kg 4221.85 lbs.
Max Load
520 kg 1146.4 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity
65 l 17.17 US gal | 14.3 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - /8 (W114, facelift 1973)
It's not the fastest, but it's decent and reliable.
180 km/h (111.85 mph)
The wheelbase is 2750 mm (108.27 in).
The car has 4 doors.
The car is 1440 mm (56.69 in) tall.
11.5 seconds
The car uses Petrol (Gasoline)
The combined fuel consumption of the car is 12.5 liters per 100 kilometers, which is approximately 18.82 US mpg or 22.6 UK mpg.
The car's fuel efficiency is relatively good, but it's not the most environmentally friendly option. However, it's still a relatively fuel-efficient car compared to other petrol-powered vehicles.
The car has an internal combustion engine with 6 cylinders in a inline configuration.
The engine produces 130 horsepower at 5000 rpm.
The car has a manual transmission with 4 gears.
The /8 model has disc brakes on both front and rear wheels.
The /8 model has a cone worm steering mechanism with recirculation balls.
The wheel rims on the /8 model are sized 5.5J x 14 on both front and rear wheels.
This car is the /8 model.
The /8 model is known for its durability and reliability, but it may not have the same level of performance as modern cars.
No, the /8 model is a classic car and may not have the latest technology and features found in modern cars.
