The /8 model has a moderate acceleration, taking 19.9 seconds to reach 100 km/h or 62 mph. Its top speed is capped at 148 km/h or 91.96 mph, making it suitable for city driving and casual cruising.
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Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
19.9 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
19.9 sec
Max Speed
148 km/h 91.96 mph
Body & Dimensions
The 8 is a sedan with a length of 4680 mm, width of 1770 mm, and height of 1440 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2750 mm and a front and rear track of 1448 mm and 1440 mm respectively. It has 5 seats and 4 doors.
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Rating
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 /8 model is a diesel-powered car with a combined fuel consumption of 10.8 liters per 100 kilometers, equivalent to 21.78 US mpg or 26.16 UK mpg.
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Rating
Fuel Type
Diesel
Fuel Consumption Combined
10.8 l/100 km 21.78 US mpg 26.16 UK mpg 9.26 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The car is equipped with an 80 HP, 3.0L, inline-5, naturally aspirated, diesel engine, providing 26.6 HP/L. The engine features SOHC valvetrain, 2 valves per cylinder, and standard diesel injection. The power is transferred to the rear wheels through a 4-speed manual transmission and a rear-wheel-drive architecture. The car has double wishbone front suspension and trailing arm rear suspension. The engine code is OM 617 D 30 / 617.910 and it has a compression ratio of 21.0.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
80 Hp @ 4000 rpm.
Power Per Litre
26.6 Hp/l
Torque
172 Nm @ 2400 rpm. 126.86 lb.-ft. @ 2400 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
OM 617 D 30 / 617.910
Engine Displacement
3005 cm3 183.38 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
5
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
91 mm 3.58 in.
Piston Stroke
92.4 mm 3.64 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
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, 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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Rating
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 17.9 kg/Hp and a torque-to-weight ratio of 8.3 kg/Nm, making it a formidable performer on the road. With a kerb weight of 1430 kg and a maximum load capacity of 520 kg, this car is designed for both speed and practicality. The 65-liter fuel tank ensures that you can go the distance without needing to stop for gas.
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Weight To Power Ratio
17.9 kg/Hp, 55.9 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
8.3 kg/Nm, 120.3 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1430 kg 3152.61 lbs.
Max Weight
1950 kg 4299.01 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 4680 mm or 184.25 in.
The car has 5 seats
The wheelbase of the car is 2750 mm or 108.27 in.
19.9 seconds
148 km/h or 91.96 mph
No, it's more suited for city driving and casual cruising.
The fuel type of the /8 model is diesel.
The combined fuel consumption of the /8 model is 10.8 liters per 100 kilometers.
The equivalent fuel consumption of the /8 model in US mpg is 21.78.
The engine layout is front, longitudinal.
The internal combustion engine drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
The car has 4 gears, manual transmission.
The car has disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels.
The car features a recirculating ball steering system, which offers good feedback and handling.
The car has 14-inch wheels on both the front and rear axles.
The /8 is equipped with a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged inline-six engine with 382 horsepower and 354 lb-ft of torque.
The /8 features a sophisticated suspension system and advanced all-wheel-drive technology for exceptional handling and stability.
The /8 achieves an estimated 20 mpg city and 28 mpg highway.
The maximum weight of the /8 model is 1950 kg or 4299.01 lbs.
The fuel tank capacity of the /8 model is 65 liters or 17.17 US gallons.
The maximum load capacity of the /8 model is 520 kg or 1146.4 lbs.
