Mercedes-Benz W111 W111 Cabriolet

Mercedes-Benz - W111 Cabriolet

Details-
BrandMercedes-Benz
ModelW111
GenerationW111 Cabriolet
Modification280 SE (160 Hp)
Start Of ProductionNovember, 1967
End Of ProductionMay, 1971

Performance

The W111 model takes 10.5 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) and has a maximum speed of 190 km/h (118.06 mph).

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh10.5 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph10.5 sec
Max Speed190 km/h 118.06 mph

Body & Dimensions

The W111 Cabriolet is a spacious 2-door car with a length of 4880 mm (192.13 in.), width of 1845 mm (72.64 in.), and height of 1435 mm (56.5 in.). It has a wheelbase of 2750 mm (108.27 in.), front track of 1482 mm (58.35 in.), and rear track of 1485 mm (58.46 in.). The minimum turning circle of this car is 11.7 m (38.39 ft.) and it can comfortably seat up to 5 people.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeCabriolet
Seats5
Doors2
Length4880 mm 192.13 in.
Width1845 mm 72.64 in.
Height1435 mm 56.5 in.
Wheelbase2750 mm 108.27 in.
Front Track1482 mm 58.35 in.
Rear Track1485 mm 58.46 in.
Min Turning Circle11.7 m 38.39 ft.

Fuel Consumption

The car model W111 runs on Petrol (Gasoline) with 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 Mercedes-Benz W111 is a 6-cylinder, rear-wheel drive car with a 2.8-liter engine producing 160 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 240 Nm of torque at 4,250 rpm. It features a manual transmission with 4 gears and a double wishbone front suspension and trailing arm rear suspension.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power160 Hp @ 5500 rpm.
Power Per Litre57.6 Hp/l
Torque240 Nm @ 4250 rpm. 177.01 lb.-ft. @ 4250 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeM 130 E 28 / 130.980
Engine Displacement2778 cm3 169.52 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore86.5 mm 3.41 in.
Piston Stroke78.8 mm 3.1 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, manual transmission
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone
Rear SuspensionTrailing arm

Brakes

The car specs indicate a conventional setup with disc brakes on both front and rear axles, and a recirculating ball steering system. This combination offers reliable braking performance and good handling characteristics.

Specs-
Front BrakesDisc
Rear BrakesDisc
Steering TypeCone worm with recirculation balls

Weight & Capacity

The Mercedes-Benz W111 is a luxury car with a weight-to-power ratio of 9.9 kg/Hp and 100.6 Hp/tonne, indicating a good balance between power and weight. The car has a kerb weight of 1590 kg and a maximum weight of 2060 kg. The trunk boot space is 530 liters, and the fuel tank capacity is 82 liters.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio9.9 kg/Hp, 100.6 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio6.6 kg/Nm, 150.9 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1590 kg 3505.35 lbs.
Max Weight2060 kg 4541.52 lbs.
Max Load470 kg 1036.17 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum530 l 18.72 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity82 l 21.66 US gal | 18.04 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent1200 kg 2645.55 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes750 kg 1653.47 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - W111 Cabriolet

The W111 Cabriolet has 2 doors.

The length of the W111 Cabriolet is 4880 mm (192.13 in.).

The W111 Cabriolet can seat up to 5 people.

It takes 10.5 seconds for the W111 model to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h.

The maximum speed of the W111 model is 190 km/h (118.06 mph).

It takes 10.5 seconds for the W111 model to accelerate from 0 to 62 mph.

This car runs on Petrol (Gasoline).

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

The car model is W111.

The engine displacement is 2.8 liters or 169.52 cubic inches.

The power output is 160 horsepower at 5,500 rpm.

The transmission is manual with 4 gears.

The vehicle has disc brakes on both the front and rear axles.

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

The vehicle has a reliable braking system and good handling capabilities.

The W111 is a luxury car produced by Mercedes-Benz from 1959 to 1971.

The W111 was in production for approximately 12 years, from 1959 to 1971.

Yes, the W111 is considered a classic car due to its age, historical significance, and cultural impact.

The weight-to-power ratio is 9.9 kg/Hp and 100.6 Hp/tonne.

The maximum weight is 2060 kg or 4541.52 lbs.

The trunk boot space is 530 liters or 18.72 cu. ft.