Mercedes-Benz S-class (W140) S 420 V8 (279 Hp) Automatic 1993

General Information

Modification (Engine)

S 420 V8 (279 Hp) Automatic

Start of production

1993 year

Powertrain Architecture

Internal Combustion engine

Seats

Doors

End of production

1994 year

Engine

Dimensions

Rear (Back) track

1579 mm

Width

1886 mm

Height

1486 mm

Length

5113 mm

Front track

1606 mm

Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)

2.18

Wheelbase

3040 mm

Performance Characteristics

Fuel Type

Petrol (Gasoline)

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h

8.3 sec

Weight-to-power ratio

7.1 kg/Hp, 140.2 Hp/tonne

Weight-to-torque ratio

5 kg/Nm, 201 Nm/tonne

Fuel consumption (economy) - urban

16 l

Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban

9.7 l

Fuel consumption (economy) - combined

12.5 l

Maximum speed

245 km/h

Acceleration 0 - 60 mph (Calculated by Auto-Data.net)

7.9 sec

Volume and Weight

Max load

650 kg

Kerb Weight

1990 kg

Fuel tank capacity

100 l

Trunk (boot) space - minimum

525 l

Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%)

1950 kg

Max. weight

2640 kg

Transmission, Brakes and Suspension

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, automatic transmission

Front suspension

Double wishbone

Rear suspension

Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer

Front brakes

Ventilated discs

Rear brakes

Ventilated discs

Assisting systems

ABS (Anti-lock braking system)

Steering type

Worm-reduction unit

Power steering

Hydraulic Steering

Wheel rims size

Tires size

235/60 R16

Mercedes-Benz S-class S 420 V8 (279 Hp) Automatic