Mercedes-Benz /8 /8 (W115)

Mercedes-Benz - /8 (W115)

Details-
BrandMercedes-Benz
Model/8
Generation/8 (W115)
Modification220/8 (105 Hp) Automatic
Start Of ProductionOctober, 1967
End Of ProductionAugust, 1973

Performance

The car model [/8] accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 13.9 seconds and has a top speed of 160 km/h (99.42 mph).

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh13.9 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph13.9 sec
Max Speed160 km/h 99.42 mph

Body & Dimensions

The 4-door sedan has a length of 4680mm, width of 1770mm, and height of 1440mm, with a wheelbase of 2750mm and front/rear tracks of 1444mm and 1440mm respectively. It has 5 seats and 4 doors.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length4680 mm 184.25 in.
Width1770 mm 69.69 in.
Height1440 mm 56.69 in.
Wheelbase2750 mm 108.27 in.
Front Track1444 mm 56.85 in.
Rear Track1440 mm 56.69 in.

Fuel Consumption

The /8 model is a petrol-powered car with a combined fuel consumption of 11.1 liters per 100 kilometers, equivalent to 21.19 US mpg or 25.45 UK mpg.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined11.1 l/100 km 21.19 US mpg 25.45 UK mpg 9.01 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The car in question is a rear-wheel drive vehicle with a 4-cylinder, inline, naturally aspirated engine, producing 105 HP and 178 Nm of torque. It has a front, longitudinal engine layout and a 4-speed automatic transmission. The engine is carbureted with a SOHC valvetrain and a compression ratio of 9.0. The front suspension features a double wishbone design, while the rear suspension uses a trailing arm setup. The engine displacement is 2197 cm3 (134.07 cu. in.) and it has a power-per-litre rating of 47.8 Hp/l.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power105 Hp @ 5000 rpm.
Power Per Litre47.8 Hp/l
Torque178 Nm @ 2800 rpm. 131.29 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeM 115 V 22 / 115.920
Engine Displacement2197 cm3 134.07 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore87 mm 3.43 in.
Piston Stroke92.4 mm 3.64 in.
Compression Ratio9
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemCarburettor
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox4 gears, automatic transmission
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone
Rear SuspensionTrailing arm

Brakes

The /8 model car features disc brakes on both front and rear wheels, ensuring efficient stopping power. The steering system is equipped with a cone worm mechanism with recirculation balls, providing smooth handling. The wheel rims are sized 5.5J x 14 on both front and rear wheels, offering a balanced ride.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDisc
Rear BrakesDisc
Steering TypeCone worm with recirculation balls
Wheel Rims SizeFront wheel rims: 5.5J x 14 Rear wheel rims: 5.5J x 14

Weight & Capacity

The specs indicate a car with a weight-to-power ratio of 12.7 kg/Hp and 78.7 Hp/tonne, and a weight-to-torque ratio of 7.5 kg/Nm and 133.3 Nm/tonne. The kerb weight is 1335 kg, with a maximum weight of 1855 kg and a maximum load of 520 kg. The fuel tank capacity is 65 liters.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio12.7 kg/Hp, 78.7 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio7.5 kg/Nm, 133.3 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1335 kg 2943.17 lbs.
Max Weight1855 kg 4089.57 lbs.
Max Load520 kg 1146.4 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity65 l 17.17 US gal | 14.3 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - /8 (W115)

The length of the car is 4680mm (184.25 in.).

The car has 5 seats.

The wheelbase of the car is 2750mm (108.27 in.).

The car accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 13.9 seconds.

The top speed of the car is 160 km/h (99.42 mph).

The car accelerates from 0-62 mph in 13.9 seconds.

Petrol (Gasoline)

11.1 liters per 100 kilometers

21.19 US mpg

It has a 4-cylinder, inline, naturally aspirated engine.

It has a 4-speed automatic transmission.

The engine displacement is 2197 cm3 (134.07 cu. in.)

Disc brakes on both front and rear wheels

Cone worm with recirculation balls

5.5J x 14 on both front and rear wheels

The engine size is 4.0L V8.

The horsepower is 463.

Yes, the Mercedes-Benz S 560 is available with all-wheel drive.

The weight-to-power ratio is 12.7 kg/Hp and 78.7 Hp/tonne.

The maximum load capacity is 520 kg or 1146.4 lbs.

The fuel tank capacity is 65 liters or 17.17 US gal / 14.3 UK gal.