Mercedes-Benz /8 /8 (W115, facelift 1973)

Mercedes-Benz - /8 (W115, facelift 1973)

Details-
BrandMercedes-Benz
Model/8
Generation/8 (W115, facelift 1973)
Modification200/8 (95 Hp) Automatic
Start Of ProductionAugust, 1973
End Of ProductionDecember, 1976

Performance

The car has a /8 model with an acceleration of 15.0 seconds from 0-100 km/h and 15.0 seconds from 0-62 mph, and its maximum speed is 155 km/h (96.31 mph).

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh15.0 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph15.0 sec
Max Speed155 km/h 96.31 mph

Body & Dimensions

The car is a Sedan with a length of 4680 mm (184.25 in.), width of 1770 mm (69.69 in.), and height of 1440 mm (56.69 in.). It has a wheelbase of 2750 mm (108.27 in.), front track of 1448 mm (57.01 in.), and rear track of 1440 mm (56.69 in.). 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 Track1448 mm 57.01 in.
Rear Track1440 mm 56.69 in.

Fuel Consumption

The /8 offers a fuel-efficient petrol engine, delivering 10.9 l/100 km combined fuel consumption. It boasts a spacious interior and comfortable ride, making it a practical and value-for-money option.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined10.9 l/100 km 21.58 US mpg 25.92 UK mpg 9.17 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The car is a rear-wheel drive with a 4-speed automatic transmission and a 1.988L, 4-cylinder, inline, naturally aspirated engine. The engine produces 95 HP at 4800 RPM and 156 Nm of torque at 2800 RPM. It has a double wishbone suspension in the front and a trailing arm suspension in the rear. The engine is lubricated with 4L of oil and cooled with 10.5L of coolant. The engine uses a carburetor for fuel injection and has a single overhead camshaft (SOHC) valvetrain.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power95 Hp @ 4800 rpm.
Power Per Litre47.8 Hp/l
Torque156 Nm @ 2800 rpm. 115.06 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeM 115 V 20 / 115.923
Engine Displacement1988 cm3 121.32 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore87 mm 3.43 in.
Piston Stroke83.6 mm 3.29 in.
Compression Ratio9
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemCarburettor
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Engine Oil Capacity4 l 4.23 US qt | 3.52 UK qt
Coolant10.5 l 11.1 US qt | 9.24 UK qt
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 car features a powerful braking system with disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels. The steering system is designed for smooth and precise handling. The wheels are fitted with 5.5J x 14 rims, providing a sturdy and stable 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 car boasts a lightweight design, with a weight-to-power ratio of 14 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 8.5 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 1330 kg and a maximum weight capacity of 1850 kg. The fuel tank holds 65 liters.

Specs-
Weight To Power Ratio14 kg/Hp, 71.4 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio8.5 kg/Nm, 117.3 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1330 kg 2932.15 lbs.
Max Weight1850 kg 4078.55 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, facelift 1973)

The body type of the car is Sedan.

The car has 5 seats.

The length of the car is 4680 mm (184.25 in.), width is 1770 mm (69.69 in.), and height is 1440 mm (56.69 in.).

The car accelerates from 0-100 km/h and 0-62 mph in 15.0 seconds.

The maximum speed of the car is 155 km/h (96.31 mph).

The model of the car is /8.

The /8 achieves 10.9 l/100 km combined fuel consumption.

The /8 runs on petrol (Gasoline).

The /8 offers a spacious interior, comfortable ride, and fuel efficiency.

The engine is a front, longitudinal layout.

It has a 4-speed automatic transmission.

The engine displacement is 1.988L or 121.32 cubic inches.

The car features disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels.

The wheel rims are 5.5J x 14 in size.

The car features a cone worm with recirculation balls steering system.

The top speed of the /8 model is approximately 105 mph.

No, the /8 model does not come with power steering as a standard feature.

The fuel efficiency of the /8 model is around 14-20 miles per gallon, depending on driving conditions.

The spec sheet does not include fuel consumption information.

The maximum load capacity is 520 kg, but the cargo capacity is not explicitly mentioned.

The spec sheet only includes information on weight, power, and torque ratios. Performance specifications such as acceleration, top speed, and handling are not included.