The Mercedes-Benz W108 is a luxurious sedan with a sleek design, offering 5 seats and 4 doors. It measures 49 feet long, 7.3 feet wide, and 5.7 feet tall, with a wheelbase of 10.8 feet. Its front and rear tracks are 58.4 and 58.5 inches, respectively.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4900 mm 192.91 in.
Width
1810 mm 71.26 in.
Height
1440 mm 56.69 in.
Wheelbase
2750 mm 108.27 in.
Front Track
1482 mm 58.35 in.
Rear Track
1485 mm 58.46 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Mercedes W108 is a luxury sedan known for its elegant design, powerful engine, and advanced technology. It offers a comfortable and luxurious driving experience, making it a popular choice among luxury car enthusiasts.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined
11.7 l/100 km 20.1 US mpg 24.14 UK mpg 8.55 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The car in question is a W108 model with a front, longitudinal, inline-6, naturally aspirated engine with a displacement of 2.5L, producing 130 HP at 5400 RPM and 194 Nm of torque at 4000 RPM. The engine features a carburettor fuel system, SOHC valvetrain, and a 9.0 compression ratio. The vehicle is rear-wheel drive, equipped with a 4-speed manual transmission, and utilizes a double wishbone front suspension and hydro-pneumatic element, trailing arm rear suspension. The engine oil capacity is 5.5L, requiring 20W-50 oil, and the coolant capacity is 11.4L.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
130 Hp @ 5400 rpm.
Power Per Litre
52.1 Hp/l
Torque
194 Nm @ 4000 rpm. 143.09 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
M 108 I / 108.920
Engine Displacement
2496 cm3 152.32 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
82 mm 3.23 in.
Piston Stroke
78.8 mm 3.1 in.
Compression Ratio
9
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
5.5 l 5.81 US qt | 4.84 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
20W-50
Coolant
11.4 l 12.05 US qt | 10.03 UK qt
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
Hydro-pneumatic element, Trailing arm
Brakes
The W108 model features disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels, ensuring reliable stopping power. The cone worm with recirculation balls steering type provides smooth handling, and the 6J x 14 wheel rims size offers a comfortable ride.
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Steering Type
Cone worm with recirculation balls
Wheel Rims Size
6J x 14
Weight & Capacity
The W108 model boasts an impressive power-to-weight ratio of 11.1 kg/Hp and a torque-to-weight ratio of 7.4 kg/Nm, making it a formidable performer on the road. With a kerb weight of 1440 kg and a maximum load capacity of 500 kg, this car is designed for comfort and practicality. The 82-liter fuel tank ensures a decent range between fill-ups.
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Weight To Power Ratio
11.1 kg/Hp, 90.3 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
7.4 kg/Nm, 134.7 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1440 kg 3174.66 lbs.
Max Weight
1940 kg 4276.97 lbs.
Max Load
500 kg 1102.31 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity
82 l 21.66 US gal | 18.04 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - W108
The Mercedes-Benz W108 has a seating capacity of 5 passengers.
The Mercedes-Benz W108 is 49 feet long.
The Mercedes-Benz W108 has a wheelbase of 10.8 feet.
12.8 seconds
180 km/h (111.85 mph)
It takes 12.8 seconds to go from 0 to 62 mph.
The combined fuel consumption is 11.7 l/100 km (20.1 US mpg).
The W108 runs on petrol (gasoline).
The W108 comes standard with features such as a panoramic sunroof, Burmester sound system, and a touchscreen infotainment system.
The car produces 130 HP at 5400 RPM.
The car has a 4-speed manual transmission.
The engine is an inline-6, naturally aspirated engine.
The W108 model has disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels.
The W108 model has a cone worm with recirculation balls steering type.
The W108 model has a wheel rim size of 6J x 14.
W108 is a car model from Mercedes-Benz, produced in the late 1960s and 1970s.
The W108 features a powerful inline-six engine, a refined suspension system, and a comfortable and quiet ride.
The W108 is popular among collectors for its robust and durable build, as well as its classic design and luxurious feel.
