Mercedes-Benz SL (R107) 450 SL V8 (225 Hp) Automatic 1973

General Information

Modification (Engine)

450 SL V8 (225 Hp) Automatic

Start of production

1973 year

Powertrain Architecture

Internal Combustion engine

Seats

Doors

End of production

1980 year

Engine

Dimensions

Rear (Back) track

1440 mm

Width

1790 mm

Height

1300 mm

Length

4370 mm

Front track

1452 mm

Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)

0.34

Wheelbase

2455 mm

Performance Characteristics

Fuel Type

Petrol (Gasoline)

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h

8.8 sec

Weight-to-power ratio

7 kg/Hp, 142 Hp/tonne

Weight-to-torque ratio

4.2 kg/Nm, 238.5 Nm/tonne

Fuel consumption (economy) - combined

14.5 l

Maximum speed

215 km/h

Volume and Weight

Max load

430 kg

Kerb Weight

1585 kg

Fuel tank capacity

90 l

Trunk (boot) space - maximum

252 l

Permitted trailer load without brakes

750 kg

Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%)

1200 kg

Max. weight

2015 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

3 gears, automatic transmission

Front suspension

Coil spring, Double wishbone

Rear suspension

Threaded twist beam, Transverse stabilizer, Coil spring

Front brakes

Ventilated discs, 278 mm

Rear brakes

Disc, 279 mm

Steering type

Cone worm with recirculation balls

Power steering

Hydraulic Steering

Wheel rims size

Front wheel rims: 6.5J x 14Rear wheel rims: 6.5J x 14

Tires size

Front wheel tires: 205/70 VR14Rear wheel tires: 205/70 VR14

Mercedes-Benz SL 450 SL V8 (225 Hp) Automatic