Mercedes-Benz W109 W109 SEL

Mercedes-Benz - W109 SEL

Details-
BrandMercedes-Benz
ModelW109
GenerationW109 SEL
Modification300 SEL 3.5 V8 (200 Hp) Automatic
Start Of ProductionAugust, 1969
End Of ProductionSeptember, 1972

Performance

The car has a moderate performance with a 9.4 second 0-100 km/h acceleration and a top speed of 205 km/h.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh9.4 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph9.4 sec
Max Speed205 km/h 127.38 mph

Body & Dimensions

The W109 is a sedan with a length of 5000 mm, width of 1810 mm, and height of 1440 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2850 mm and a front and rear track of 1482 mm and 1485 mm respectively. It has 4 doors and can seat 5 people.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length5000 mm 196.85 in.
Width1810 mm 71.26 in.
Height1440 mm 56.69 in.
Wheelbase2850 mm 112.2 in.
Front Track1482 mm 58.35 in.
Rear Track1485 mm 58.46 in.

Fuel Consumption

The W109 is a petrol-powered car with a combined fuel consumption of 13 liters per 100 kilometers, equivalent to 18.09 US mpg or 21.73 UK mpg.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined13 l/100 km 18.09 US mpg 21.73 UK mpg 7.69 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The car specs indicate a powerful engine with 200 HP and a robust drivetrain system. The engine is a naturally aspirated V-engine with 8 cylinders and a displacement of 3.5L. The car features a 4-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. The suspension system includes double wishbone with air suspension upfront and air suspension with trailing arm at the rear.

Specs-
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power200 Hp @ 5800 rpm.
Power Per Litre57.2 Hp/l
Torque286 Nm @ 4000 rpm. 210.94 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeM 116 E 35 / 116.981
Engine Displacement3499 cm3 213.52 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders8
Engine ConfigurationV-engine
Cylinder Bore92 mm 3.62 in.
Piston Stroke65.81 mm 2.59 in.
Compression Ratio9.5
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, Air suspension
Rear SuspensionAir suspension, Trailing arm

Brakes

The Mercedes-Benz W109 is a luxury car with disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels, hydraulic power steering, and 6J x 14 wheel rims. It features a unique cone worm with recirculation balls steering system.

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

Weight & Capacity

The car boasts a lightweight design, reflected in its impressive weight-to-power and weight-to-torque ratios. With a kerb weight of 1630 kg and a maximum weight capacity of 2130 kg, it offers a balance between agility and carrying capacity. The fuel tank capacity of 82 l ensures long driving ranges.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio8.2 kg/Hp, 122.7 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio5.7 kg/Nm, 175.5 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1630 kg 3593.53 lbs.
Max Weight2130 kg 4695.85 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 - W109 SEL

The length of the W109 is 5000 mm or 196.85 in.

The W109 has 4 doors.

The W109 can seat 5 people.

The 0-62 mph acceleration time is also 9.4 seconds.

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

The spec sheet does not include information regarding how this car compares to others in its class.

Petrol (Gasoline)

13 l/100 km (18.09 US mpg, 21.73 UK mpg)

7.69 km/l

Fuel consumption information is not in the given specs.

Safety feature information is not in the given specs.

Top speed information is not in the given specs.

The W109 has disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels.

The W109 has a cone worm with recirculation balls steering system.

The W109 has 6J x 14 wheel rims.

The W109 was manufactured by Mercedes-Benz from 1965 to 1972.

The W109 is equipped with a range of powerful engines, including a 2.8L I6, 3.5L V8, and 6.3L V8.

The W109 features a classic design that is still admired by car enthusiasts today. It has a spacious interior with luxurious features and a sleek exterior with a long hood and a short deck.

Fuel consumption data is not in the given specifications.

Maximum speed information is not included in the specifications.

Safety feature details are not mentioned in the given specifications.