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

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

Details-
BrandMercedes-Benz
Model/8
Generation/8 (W115, facelift 1973)
Modification230.4 (110 Hp) Automatic
Start Of ProductionNovember, 1972
End Of ProductionDecember, 1976

Performance

The car model [/8] accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 13.9 seconds and has a top speed of 165 km/h (102.53 mph).

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh13.9 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph13.9 sec
Max Speed165 km/h 102.53 mph

Body & Dimensions

The car is a /8 model with a sedan body type, seating for 5 and 4 doors. It has a length of 4680 mm (184.25 in.), width of 1770 mm (69.69 in.), and height of 1440 mm (56.69 in.). The wheelbase is 2750 mm (108.27 in.), with a front track of 1448 mm (57.01 in.) and rear track of 1440 mm (56.69 in.).

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 car model is /8, which runs on Petrol (Gasoline) with a combined fuel consumption of 11.4 l/100 km (20.63 US mpg, 24.78 UK mpg, 8.77 km/l).

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined11.4 l/100 km 20.63 US mpg 24.78 UK mpg 8.77 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Mercedes-Benz /8 is a rear-wheel drive car powered by a 2.3-liter inline-4 engine, producing 110 horsepower and 186 Nm of torque. It features a 4-speed automatic transmission and a double wishbone front suspension, with a trailing arm rear suspension.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power110 Hp @ 4800 rpm.
Power Per Litre47.7 Hp/l
Torque186 Nm @ 2500 rpm. 137.19 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeM 115 V 23 / 115.951
Engine Displacement2307 cm3 140.78 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore93.75 mm 3.69 in.
Piston Stroke83.6 mm 3.29 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 car specs indicate a budget-friendly vehicle with disc brakes on all wheels, a recirculating ball steering system, and 14-inch wheels. While the steering and braking systems suggest adequate handling, the wheel size suggests a slightly compromised ride quality.

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 specs indicate a vehicle with a weight-to-power ratio of 12.3 kg/Hp and 81.5 Hp/tonne, and a weight-to-torque ratio of 7.3 kg/Nm and 137.8 Nm/tonne. The kerb weight is 1350 kg, with a maximum weight of 1870 kg and a maximum load of 520 kg. The fuel tank capacity is 65 liters.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio12.3 kg/Hp, 81.5 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio7.3 kg/Nm, 137.8 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1350 kg 2976.24 lbs.
Max Weight1870 kg 4122.64 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 a Sedan.

The car has seating for 5 people.

The car is 4680 mm (184.25 in.) long, 1770 mm (69.69 in.) wide, and 1440 mm (56.69 in.) tall. It has a wheelbase of 2750 mm (108.27 in.), with a front track of 1448 mm (57.01 in.) and rear track of 1440 mm (56.69 in).

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

The top speed of the car is 165 km/h (102.53 mph).

The car's acceleration is average, with a time of 13.9 seconds to reach 100 km/h.

This car runs on Petrol (Gasoline).

The combined fuel consumption of this car is 11.4 l/100 km (20.63 US mpg, 24.78 UK mpg, 8.77 km/l).

The car model is /8.

Inline 4-cylinder

4-speed automatic

Rear-wheel drive

The vehicle has disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels.

The steering system uses a cone worm with recirculation balls for precise handling.

The vehicle has 5.5J x 14-inch wheels on both the front and rear axles.

The engine size is 4.0L V8.

The horsepower is 463.

The car features a 360-degree camera system and adaptive cruise control.

The weight-to-power ratio is 12.3 kg/Hp and 81.5 Hp/tonne.

The maximum weight capacity is 1870 kg or 4122.64 lbs.

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