Mercedes-Benz SL SL Coupe (W113)

Mercedes-Benz - SL Coupe (W113)

Details-
BrandMercedes-Benz
ModelSL
GenerationSL Coupe (W113)
Modification230 SL (150 Hp) Manual 5-speed
Start Of ProductionSeptember, 1965
End Of ProductionJanuary, 1967

Performance

The car has a moderate performance with a 9.7-second 0-100 km/h acceleration and a top speed of 200 km/h.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh9.7 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph9.7 sec
Max Speed200 km/h 124.27 mph

Body & Dimensions

The Mercedes-Benz SL is a sleek and powerful coupe with a length of 4.285 meters, width of 1.76 meters, and height of 1.29 meters. It has a wheelbase of 2.4 meters and a minimum turning circle of 10 meters. The ride height is 0.139 meters, providing a comfortable driving experience.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeCoupe
Seats2
Doors2
Length4285 mm 168.7 in.
Width1760 mm 69.29 in.
Height1290 mm 50.79 in.
Wheelbase2400 mm 94.49 in.
Front Track1486 mm 58.5 in.
Rear Track1487 mm 58.54 in.
Min Turning Circle10 m 32.81 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance139 mm 5.47 in.

Fuel Consumption

The Mercedes-Benz SL is a petrol-powered car with a combined fuel consumption of 10.2 l/100 km, 23.06 US mpg, 27.69 UK mpg, and 9.8 km/l. It is a fuel-efficient car suitable for daily driving.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined10.2 l/100 km 23.06 US mpg 27.69 UK mpg 9.8 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Mercedes-Benz SL is a rear-wheel drive sports car with a 2.3L inline 6-cylinder engine producing 150 horsepower and 196 Nm of torque. It features a 5-speed manual transmission and a double wishbone front suspension.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power150 Hp @ 5500 rpm.
Power Per Litre65 Hp/l
Torque196 Nm @ 4200 rpm. 144.56 lb.-ft. @ 4200 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeM 127 II / 127.981
Engine Displacement2306 cm3 140.72 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore82 mm 3.23 in.
Piston Stroke72.8 mm 2.87 in.
Compression Ratio9.3
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Engine Oil Capacity5.5 l 5.81 US qt | 4.84 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification20W-50
Coolant10.8 l 11.41 US qt | 9.5 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 Gearbox5 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone, Transverse stabilizer
Rear SuspensionTrailing arm

Brakes

The Mercedes-Benz SL is a sleek and powerful sports car with a cone worm steering system and 5.5J x 14 wheel rims. It features disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear, with the added safety of ABS (Anti-lock braking system).

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDisc
Rear BrakesDrum
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeCone worm with recirculation balls
Wheel Rims Size5.5J x 14

Weight & Capacity

The Mercedes-Benz SL is a high-performance sports car with a weight-to-power ratio of 8.6 kg/Hp and 115.8 Hp/tonne, indicating its impressive power-to-weight ratio. It has a kerb weight of 1295 kg and a maximum weight of 1650 kg, with a maximum load capacity of 355 kg. The trunk boot space is 340 liters, and the fuel tank capacity is 65 liters.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio8.6 kg/Hp, 115.8 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio6.6 kg/Nm, 151.4 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1295 kg 2854.99 lbs.
Max Weight1650 kg 3637.63 lbs.
Max Load355 kg 782.64 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum340 l 12.01 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity65 l 17.17 US gal | 14.3 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - SL Coupe (W113)

The length of the Mercedes-Benz SL is 4.285 meters or 168.7 inches.

The Mercedes-Benz SL has 2 seats.

The minimum turning circle of the Mercedes-Benz SL is 10 meters or 32.81 feet.

The 0-62 mph acceleration time is also 9.7 seconds.

The spec sheet does not include information regarding fuel consumption.

The spec sheet does not include information regarding safety features.

The Mercedes-Benz SL runs on Petrol (Gasoline).

The Mercedes-Benz SL has a combined fuel consumption of 10.2 l/100 km, 23.06 US mpg, 27.69 UK mpg, and 9.8 km/l.

Yes, the Mercedes-Benz SL is a fuel-efficient car suitable for daily driving.

The Mercedes-Benz SL has a 2.3L inline 6-cylinder engine.

The Mercedes-Benz SL has a 5-speed manual transmission.

The Mercedes-Benz SL has a rear-wheel drive drivetrain architecture.

The Mercedes-Benz SL has disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear.

The wheel rim size of the Mercedes-Benz SL is 5.5J x 14.

The Mercedes-Benz SL has ABS (Anti-lock braking system) for added safety.

The Mercedes-Benz SL comes with a range of engine options, including a 3.0L V6 and a 5.5L V8.

Yes, the Mercedes-Benz SL is designed for comfort and features a range of features to keep you entertained and relaxed on long road trips.

Yes, the Mercedes-Benz SL is a great car for city driving, with its agile handling and responsive steering making it easy to navigate through tight city streets.

The weight-to-power ratio is 8.6 kg/Hp and 115.8 Hp/tonne.

The maximum weight capacity is 1650 kg.

The fuel tank capacity is 65 liters.