Mercedes-Benz SL SL Roadster (W198 II) Hardtop
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Mercedes-Benz - SL Roadster (W198 II) Hardtop

Details-
BrandMercedes-Benz
ModelSL
GenerationSL Roadster (W198 II) Hardtop
Modification300 SL (215 Hp)
Start Of ProductionOctober, 1958
End Of ProductionFebruary, 1963

Performance

The car specs indicate a high-performance vehicle with a maximum speed of 250 km/h and an acceleration of 0-100 km/h in 10 seconds.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh10 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph10 sec
Max Speed250 km/h 155.34 mph

Body & Dimensions

The car is a roadster with a sleek design and compact dimensions. It offers a spacious interior and a powerful engine, making it ideal for city driving and weekend getaways.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeRoadster
Seats2
Doors2
Length4570 mm 179.92 in.
Width1790 mm 70.47 in.
Height1300 mm 51.18 in.
Wheelbase2400 mm 94.49 in.
Front Track1398 mm 55.04 in.
Rear Track1448 mm 57.01 in.
Min Turning Circle11.5 m 37.73 ft.

Fuel Consumption

The Mercedes-Benz SL is a high-performance roadster that comes with a petrol engine, offering a combined fuel consumption of 12-19 liters per 100 kilometers, which translates to 19.6-12.38 US mpg or 23.54-14.87 UK mpg.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined12-19 l/100 km 19.6 - 12.38 US mpg 23.54 - 14.87 UK mpg 8.33 - 5.26 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The SL features a powerful 215-hp engine, offering responsive performance and ample torque. Its efficient engine and lightweight construction contribute to a balanced driving experience.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power215 Hp @ 5800 rpm.
Power Per Litre71.8 Hp/l
Torque275 Nm @ 4600 rpm. 202.83 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeM 198.980, M 198.982
Engine Displacement2996 cm3 182.83 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore85 mm 3.35 in.
Piston Stroke88 mm 3.46 in.
Compression Ratio8.55
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemDirect injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Engine Oil Capacity15 l 15.85 US qt | 13.2 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification20W-20 (>20 °C) 10W (<20 °C)
Coolant15.5 l 16.38 US qt | 13.64 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, manual transmission
Front SuspensionCoil spring, Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer
Rear SuspensionIndependent coil spring

Brakes

The Mercedes-Benz SL is a classic roadster with drum brakes on both the front and rear, featuring a cone worm with recirculation balls steering system. It runs on 165/90 R15 tires and has 5.5J x 15 wheel rims.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDrum
Rear BrakesDrum
Steering TypeCone worm with recirculation balls
Tires Size165/90 R15
Wheel Rims Size5.5J x 15

Weight & Capacity

The car has a model SL and a weight-to-power ratio of 6.4 kg/Hp (156.9 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 5 kg/Nm (200.7 Nm/tonne). The kerb weight is 1370 kg (3020.33 lbs.) and the max weight is between 1560-1660 kg (3439.21 - 3659.67 lbs.). The car can carry a max load of 190-290 kg (418.88 - 639.34 lbs.) and has a fuel tank capacity of 100 l (26.42 US gal | 22 UK gal).

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio6.4 kg/Hp, 156.9 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio5 kg/Nm, 200.7 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1370 kg 3020.33 lbs.
Max Weight1560-1660 kg 3439.21 - 3659.67 lbs.
Max Load190-290 kg 418.88 - 639.34 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity100 l 26.42 US gal | 22 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - SL Roadster (W198 II) Hardtop

Fuel efficiency information is not in the given specs.

Cargo capacity information is not in the given specs.

Top speed information is not in the given specs.

The 0-62 mph acceleration time is also 10 seconds.

The maximum speed of the vehicle is 250 km/h (155.34 mph).

The specs do not include information regarding fuel consumption.

Petrol (Gasoline)

12-19 liters per 100 kilometers

19.6-12.38 US mpg

The SL has an inline engine configuration with 6 cylinders.

The SL features direct injection for precise fuel delivery.

The SL comes with a 4-speed manual transmission.

The Mercedes-Benz SL has drum brakes on both the front and rear.

The Mercedes-Benz SL has a cone worm with recirculation balls steering system.

The Mercedes-Benz SL runs on 165/90 R15 tires and has 5.5J x 15 wheel rims.

The SL model is produced by various car manufacturers, and it does not have any specific features or specifications that stand out. More information is needed to determine the unique features of the SL model from a specific brand.

Without knowing the specific class of the SL model, it is difficult to compare it to other cars. The SL model is used by multiple manufacturers, so more details are needed to make an accurate comparison.

The performance specs of the SL model vary depending on the manufacturer. More specific information is required to provide details on the performance of the SL model.

The model of the car is SL.

The weight-to-power ratio of the car is 6.4 kg/Hp (156.9 Hp/tonne).

The fuel tank capacity of the car is 100 l (26.42 US gal | 22 UK gal).