The car specs indicate a moderate performance vehicle with a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 14 seconds and a maximum speed of 180 km/h.
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
14 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
14 sec
Max Speed
180 km/h 111.85 mph
Body & Dimensions
The Mercedes-Benz W188 is a sleek and powerful roadster with a 4-seat capacity, featuring a length of 4700 mm, width of 1916 mm, and height of 1510 mm. Its wheelbase measures 2900 mm, with a front track of 1480 mm and rear track of 1525 mm.
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Body Type
Roadster
Seats
4
Doors
2
Length
4700 mm 185.04 in.
Width
1916 mm 75.43 in.
Height
1510 mm 59.45 in.
Wheelbase
2900 mm 114.17 in.
Front Track
1480 mm 58.27 in.
Rear Track
1525 mm 60.04 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Mercedes-Benz W188 boasts a powerful engine and luxurious features, offering a comfortable and dynamic driving experience.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined
12.5 l/100 km 18.82 US mpg 22.6 UK mpg 8 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The car specs indicate a well-balanced and powerful engine with a healthy power-to-weight ratio. The inline-6 engine delivers 175 horsepower and 255 Nm of torque, driving the rear wheels through a manual transmission. The suspension setup suggests a comfortable and agile ride.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
175 Hp @ 5400 rpm.
Power Per Litre
58.4 Hp/l
Torque
255 Nm @ 4300 rpm. 188.08 lb.-ft. @ 4300 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
M 199 / 199.980
Engine Displacement
2996 cm3 182.83 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
85 mm 3.35 in.
Piston Stroke
88 mm 3.46 in.
Compression Ratio
8.55
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Direct injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
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, Transverse stabilizer
Rear Suspension
Trailing arm
Brakes
The car model W188 is an vintage car with drum brakes in both the front and rear. The steering type is a Cone worm with recirculation balls.
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Front Brakes
Drum
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Cone worm with recirculation balls
Weight & Capacity
The car has a relatively low weight-to-power ratio, indicating good performance potential. The weight-to-torque ratio is also impressive, suggesting ample torque for acceleration and climbing. The kerb weight is moderate, allowing for good agility.
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Weight To Power Ratio
10.2 kg/Hp, 98.3 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
7 kg/Nm, 143.3 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1780 kg 3924.23 lbs.
Max Weight
2040 kg 4497.43 lbs.
Max Load
260 kg 573.2 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity
85 l 22.45 US gal | 18.7 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - W188 II Roadster
The Mercedes-Benz W188 has a 4-seat capacity.
The Mercedes-Benz W188 has a length of 4700 mm or 185.04 in.
The Mercedes-Benz W188 has a wheelbase of 2900 mm or 114.17 in.
The 0-62 mph acceleration time is also 14 seconds.
The maximum speed of the vehicle is 180 km/h (111.85 mph).
The vehicle accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 14 seconds.
The combined fuel consumption is 12.5 l/100 km (18.82 US mpg, 22.6 UK mpg).
The W188 runs on petrol (gasoline).
The W188 achieves an efficiency of 8 km/l.
Fuel efficiency information is not in the given specs.
Top speed information is not in the given specs.
Safety feature information is not in the given specs.
Drum brakes
Drum brakes
Cone worm with recirculation balls
The W188 is equipped with a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine with 469 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque.
The W188 comes standard with a comprehensive suite of safety features including active brake assist, lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control.
The W188 achieves an EPA estimated fuel efficiency of 20 mpg city and 28 mpg highway.
Fuel consumption information is not in the given specifications.
The maximum load capacity is 260 kg (573.2 lbs).
Engine specifications are not in the given specifications.
