The /8 model is a moderately paced car with an acceleration of 31 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h or 0 to 62 mph. It has a top speed of 130 km/h or 80.78 mph.
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
31 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
31 sec
Max Speed
130 km/h 80.78 mph
Body & Dimensions
The 4-door sedan measures 4.68 meters in length, 1.77 meters in width, and 1.44 meters in height. It has a wheelbase of 2.75 meters and a front and rear track of 1.44 meters and 1.44 meters respectively. It has 5 seats and 4 doors.
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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
1444 mm 56.85 in.
Rear Track
1440 mm 56.69 in.
Fuel Consumption
The /8 model is a diesel-powered car with a fuel consumption of 8.1 liters per 100 kilometers, which translates to 29.04 US mpg, 34.87 UK mpg, or 12.35 km/l.
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Fuel Consumption Combined
8.1 l/100 km 29.04 US mpg 34.87 UK mpg 12.35 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The car is a rear-wheel drive with a 4-speed manual transmission and a 1988cc, inline 4-cylinder diesel engine that generates 55 HP and 113 Nm of torque. It has a front double wishbone and rear trailing arm suspension. The engine is naturally aspirated with a SOHC valvetrain and standard diesel injection. The engine has a 21.0 compression ratio and a displacement of 121.32 cubic inches. The car has a 4 liter oil capacity and 10.7 liter coolant capacity.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
55 Hp @ 4200 rpm.
Power Per Litre
27.7 Hp/l
Torque
113 Nm @ 2400 rpm. 83.34 lb.-ft. @ 2400 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
OM 615 D 20 / 615.913
Engine Displacement
1988 cm3 121.32 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
87 mm 3.43 in.
Piston Stroke
83.6 mm 3.29 in.
Compression Ratio
21
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Diesel - Standard diesel injection (SDI)
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
4 l 4.23 US qt | 3.52 UK qt
Coolant
10.7 l 11.31 US qt | 9.41 UK qt
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 car specs indicate a budget-friendly vehicle with disc brakes on both front and rear axles, a recirculating ball steering system, and 14-inch wheels. While the steering and braking systems are adequate for basic driving, the wheel rim size suggests a compromise between cost and performance.
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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 power-to-weight ratio of 24.8 kg/Hp and 40.3 Hp/tonne, making it a formidable performer on the road. With a kerb weight of 1365 kg and a max weight of 1885 kg, this car is designed for agility and responsiveness. The fuel tank capacity of 65 liters ensures a decent range between fill-ups.
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Weight To Power Ratio
24.8 kg/Hp, 40.3 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
12.1 kg/Nm, 82.8 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1365 kg 3009.31 lbs.
Max Weight
1885 kg 4155.71 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 (W115, facelift 1973)
The length of the car is 4.68 meters (184.25 inches).
The car has 5 seats.
The wheelbase of the car is 2.75 meters (108.27 inches).
31 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h or 0 to 62 mph
130 km/h or 80.78 mph
The /8 model has a moderate acceleration and top speed, making it an average performer in terms of speed.
Diesel
8.1 liters per 100 kilometers
29.04 US mpg
It has a 1988cc, inline 4-cylinder diesel engine.
The car generates 55 HP and 113 Nm of torque.
It has a 4-speed manual transmission.
The vehicle has disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels.
The vehicle features a cone worm with recirculation balls steering system.
The front and rear wheels have a size of 5.5J x 14.
