Mercedes-Benz W108 W108

Mercedes-Benz - W108

Details-
BrandMercedes-Benz
ModelW108
GenerationW108
Modification280 S (140 Hp) Automatic
Start Of ProductionNovember, 1967
End Of ProductionSeptember, 1972

Performance

The W108 model takes 12.5 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) and has a maximum speed of 180 km/h (111.85 mph).

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh12.5 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph12.5 sec
Max Speed180 km/h 111.85 mph

Body & Dimensions

The car specs describe a sedan with a length of 4900 mm, width of 1810 mm, and height of 1440 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2750 mm and offers seating for 5 people.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length4900 mm 192.91 in.
Width1810 mm 71.26 in.
Height1440 mm 56.69 in.
Wheelbase2750 mm 108.27 in.
Front Track1482 mm 58.35 in.
Rear Track1485 mm 58.46 in.

Fuel Consumption

The W108 model car uses petrol (gasoline) as fuel and has a combined fuel consumption of 12.3 l/100 km (19.12 US mpg, 22.97 UK mpg, 8.13 km/l).

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined12.3 l/100 km 19.12 US mpg 22.97 UK mpg 8.13 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The W108 is a rear-wheel drive car powered by a 2.8L inline-6 engine, producing 140 Hp and 224 Nm of torque. It features a 4-speed automatic transmission and a double wishbone front suspension. The engine has a compression ratio of 9.0 and uses a carburettor fuel injection system.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power140 Hp @ 5200 rpm.
Power Per Litre50.4 Hp/l
Torque224 Nm @ 3600 rpm. 165.21 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeM 130 V 28 / 130.920
Engine Displacement2778 cm3 169.52 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore86.51 mm 3.41 in.
Piston Stroke78.8 mm 3.1 in.
Compression Ratio9
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemCarburettor
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Engine Oil Capacity6 l 6.34 US qt | 5.28 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 Gearbox4 gears, automatic transmission
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone
Rear SuspensionHydro-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, while the 6J x 14 wheel rims offer a comfortable ride.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDisc
Rear BrakesDisc
Steering TypeCone worm with recirculation balls
Wheel Rims Size6J x 14

Weight & Capacity

The W108 model has a weight-to-power ratio of 10.5 kg/Hp (95.2 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 6.6 kg/Nm (152.4 Nm/tonne). The kerb weight is 1470 kg (3240.8 lbs.) and the max weight is 1970 kg (4343.11 lbs.), with a max load capacity of 500 kg (1102.31 lbs.). The fuel tank capacity is 82 l (21.66 US gal | 18.04 UK gal).

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio10.5 kg/Hp, 95.2 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio6.6 kg/Nm, 152.4 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1470 kg 3240.8 lbs.
Max Weight1970 kg 4343.11 lbs.
Max Load500 kg 1102.31 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity82 l 21.66 US gal | 18.04 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - W108

The specifications do not include information about fuel efficiency.

The specifications do not include information about engine specifications.

The specifications do not include information about safety features.

The W108 model takes 12.5 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h.

The maximum speed of the W108 model is 180 km/h (111.85 mph).

The W108 model takes 12.5 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 62 mph.

The W108 model car uses petrol (gasoline) as fuel.

The combined fuel consumption of the W108 model car is 12.3 l/100 km (19.12 US mpg, 22.97 UK mpg, 8.13 km/l).

The W108 model car has an average fuel efficiency. It is not particularly fuel efficient, but it is also not particularly wasteful.

2778 cm3 (169.52 cu. in.)

4-speed automatic

Carburettor

Disc brakes on both front and rear wheels.

Cone worm with recirculation balls.

6J x 14

The W108 comes with a variety of engine options, including a 4-cylinder turbocharged engine and a V8 twin-turbocharged engine.

Standard features include a panoramic sunroof, Burmester sound system, and a touchscreen infotainment system.

Fuel efficiency varies depending on the engine and driving style, but the W108 generally achieves around 20 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway.

The weight-to-power ratio of the W108 is 10.5 kg/Hp (95.2 Hp/tonne).

The weight-to-torque ratio of the W108 is 6.6 kg/Nm (152.4 Nm/tonne).

The fuel tank capacity of the W108 is 82 l (21.66 US gal | 18.04 UK gal).