Mercedes-Benz Fintail Fintail (W111)
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Mercedes-Benz - Fintail (W111)

Details-
BrandMercedes-Benz
ModelFintail
GenerationFintail (W111)
Modification220 b (95 Hp)
Start Of ProductionMay, 1959
End Of ProductionAugust, 1965

Performance

The Fintail is a decent car with a moderate acceleration, taking 16 seconds to reach 100 km/h or 62 mph. Its top speed is limited to 155 km/h or 96.31 mph.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh16 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph16 sec
Max Speed155 km/h 96.31 mph

Body & Dimensions

The Fintail is a sedan with a length of 4.88 meters, width of 1.80 meters, and height of 1.51 meters. It has a wheelbase of 2.75 meters and a front and rear track of 1.47 and 1.49 meters respectively. It has 5 seats and 4 doors.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length4875 mm 191.93 in.
Width1795 mm 70.67 in.
Height1510 mm 59.45 in.
Wheelbase2750 mm 108.27 in.
Front Track1470 mm 57.87 in.
Rear Track1485 mm 58.46 in.

Fuel Consumption

The Fintail is a petrol-powered car with a combined fuel consumption of 11.2 liters per 100 kilometers, 21 US miles per gallon, and 25.22 UK miles per gallon, or 8.93 kilometers per liter.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined11.2 l/100 km 21 US mpg 25.22 UK mpg 8.93 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Mercedes-Benz Fintail is a rear-wheel drive car with a 6-cylinder inline engine, producing 95 horsepower at 4800 rpm and 169 Nm of torque at 3200 rpm. It features a manual transmission with 4 gears and a carburettor fuel injection system. The engine is naturally aspirated and has a compression ratio of 8.7.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power95 Hp @ 4800 rpm.
Power Per Litre43.3 Hp/l
Torque169 Nm @ 3200 rpm. 124.65 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeM 180 IV / 180.940
Engine Displacement2195 cm3 133.95 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore80 mm 3.15 in.
Piston Stroke72.8 mm 2.87 in.
Compression Ratio8.7
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, manual transmission
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone, Transverse stabilizer
Rear SuspensionTrailing arm

Brakes

The car in question is a Fintail model. It comes equipped with disc brakes in the front and drum brakes at the rear. The steering type is a Cone worm with recirculation balls.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDisc
Rear BrakesDrum
Steering TypeCone worm with recirculation balls

Weight & Capacity

The Fintail model has a weight-to-power ratio of 13.9 kg/Hp and 72 Hp/tonne, indicating a balance between power and weight. The weight-to-torque ratio is 7.8 kg/Nm and 128 Nm/tonne, suggesting a strong torque output. The kerb weight is 1320 kg, with a maximum weight of 1835 kg and a maximum load of 515 kg. The fuel tank capacity is 65 liters.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio13.9 kg/Hp, 72 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio7.8 kg/Nm, 128 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1320 kg 2910.1 lbs.
Max Weight1835 kg 4045.48 lbs.
Max Load515 kg 1135.38 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity65 l 17.17 US gal | 14.3 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - Fintail (W111)

The length of the Fintail is 4.88 meters or 191.93 inches.

The Fintail has 5 seats.

The wheelbase of the Fintail is 2.75 meters or 108.27 inches.

16 seconds to reach 100 km/h or 62 mph

155 km/h or 96.31 mph

No, it's not particularly fast, with a moderate acceleration and top speed

The Fintail runs on petrol (gasoline)

The Fintail has a combined fuel consumption of 11.2 liters per 100 kilometers, 21 US miles per gallon, and 25.22 UK miles per gallon, or 8.93 kilometers per liter.

The engine displacement is 2195 cm3 or 133.95 cu. in.

The transmission type is manual with 4 gears.

The fuel injection system is a carburettor.

The front brakes are disc brakes and the rear brakes are drum brakes.

The steering type is a Cone worm with recirculation balls.

The Fintail's engine capacity ranges from 2.2 to 3.0 liters, depending on the model and year.

Yes, the Fintail is considered a rare car, especially in good condition, making it highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts.

The Fintail's top speed varies depending on the model and year, but it typically ranges from 120 to 150 km/h.

The weight-to-power ratio is 13.9 kg/Hp and 72 Hp/tonne.

The maximum weight is 1835 kg and the maximum load is 515 kg.

The fuel tank capacity is 65 liters.