Mercedes-Benz W100 W100

Mercedes-Benz - W100

Details-
BrandMercedes-Benz
ModelW100
GenerationW100
Modification600 V8 (250 Hp) Automatic
Start Of ProductionSeptember, 1964
End Of ProductionJune, 1981

Performance

The car specs indicate a moderate performance vehicle with a top speed of 205 km/h and an acceleration of 9.7 seconds from 0-100 km/h.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh9.7 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph9.7 sec
Max Speed205 km/h 127.38 mph

Body & Dimensions

The car specs indicate a mid-sized sedan with comfortable dimensions and a spacious interior. Its overall length and wheelbase suggest a balanced handling and stability. The ground clearance range of 200-250 mm indicates adequate clearance for most driving conditions.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5-6
Doors4
Length5540 mm 218.11 in.
Width1950 mm 76.77 in.
Height1485 mm 58.46 in.
Wheelbase3200 mm 125.98 in.
Front Track1587 mm 62.48 in.
Rear Track1581 mm 62.24 in.
Min Turning Circle12.4 m 40.68 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance200-250 mm 7.87 - 9.84 in.

Fuel Consumption

The W100 model car runs on petrol (gasoline) and has an extra-urban fuel consumption of 17.8 l/100 km (13.21 US mpg, 15.87 UK mpg, 5.62 km/l).

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban17.8 l/100 km 13.21 US mpg 15.87 UK mpg 5.62 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The car is powered by a 250 Hp, 6.3L V8, naturally aspirated engine with 8 cylinders and 500 Nm of torque. The engine is longitudinally mounted and uses a 4-speed automatic transmission to drive the rear wheels. The car features double wishbone front suspension and air suspension on both axles. The maximum engine speed is 4800 rpm.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power250 Hp @ 4000 rpm.
Power Per Litre39.5 Hp/l
Torque500 Nm @ 2800 rpm. 368.78 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeM 100.980
Engine Displacement6332 cm3 386.4 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders8
Engine ConfigurationV-engine
Cylinder Bore103 mm 4.06 in.
Piston Stroke95 mm 3.74 in.
Compression Ratio9
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
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, Transverse stabilizer, Air suspension
Rear SuspensionAir suspension, Transverse stabilizer
Maximum Engine Speed4800 rpm.

Brakes

The car specs indicate a budget-friendly vehicle with reliable braking systems and a conventional steering mechanism. The 6.5J x 15-inch wheels suggest slightly above-average ground clearance.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDisc
Rear BrakesDisc
Steering TypeCone worm with recirculation balls
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Wheel Rims Size6.5J x 15

Weight & Capacity

The W100 car model boasts an impressive power-to-weight ratio of 9.9 kg/Hp and 101 Hp/tonne, with a kerb weight of 2475 kg and a maximum weight of 3055 kg. It has a spacious trunk boot space of 580 liters and a fuel tank capacity of 112 liters.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio9.9 kg/Hp, 101 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio5 kg/Nm, 202 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight2475 kg 5456.44 lbs.
Max Weight3055 kg 6735.12 lbs.
Max Load580 kg 1278.68 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum580 l 20.48 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity112 l 29.59 US gal | 24.64 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - W100

Fuel efficiency information is not in the given specs.

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Cargo capacity information is not in the given specs.

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

The maximum speed of the W100 is 205 km/h (127.38 mph).

The acceleration from 0-100 km/h is relatively slow, but the car's top speed is impressive.

The W100 model car runs on petrol (gasoline).

The extra-urban fuel consumption of the W100 model car is 17.8 l/100 km (13.21 US mpg, 15.87 UK mpg, 5.62 km/l).

The engine is longitudinally mounted.

A 4-speed automatic transmission is used.

The engine is a 6.3L V8, naturally aspirated engine.

The car features disc brakes on both the front and rear axles.

The vehicle is equipped with a cone worm with recirculation balls steering system, offering a smooth and responsive handling experience.

The W100 comes with 6.5J x 15-inch wheels.

The W100 is powered by a 2.0L turbocharged engine with 197 horsepower and 258 Nm of torque.

The W100 comes standard with advanced safety features such as adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and automatic emergency braking.

The W100 achieves an estimated fuel efficiency of 15 mpg city and 20 mpg highway.

9.9 kg/Hp, 101 Hp/tonne

112 liters (29.59 US gal | 24.64 UK gal)

580 kg (1278.68 lbs)