Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W198 II) 300 SL (215 Hp) 1957

General Information

Modification (Engine)

300 SL (215 Hp)

Start of production

1957 year

Powertrain Architecture

Internal Combustion engine

Seats

Doors

End of production

1963 year

Engine

Dimensions

Rear (Back) track

1448 mm

Width

1790 mm

Height

1300 mm

Length

4570 mm

Front track

1398 mm

Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)

1.5

Wheelbase

2400 mm

Ride height (ground clearance)

130 mm

Performance Characteristics

Fuel Type

Petrol (Gasoline)

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h

10 sec

Weight-to-power ratio

6.2 kg/Hp, 161.7 Hp/tonne

Weight-to-torque ratio

4.8 kg/Nm, 206.8 Nm/tonne

Fuel consumption (economy) - combined

12.5 l

Maximum speed

250 km/h

Volume and Weight

Max load

330 kg

Kerb Weight

1330 kg

Fuel tank capacity

100 l

Max. weight

1660 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, manual transmission

Front suspension

Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer

Rear suspension

Coil spring

Front brakes

Drum

Rear brakes

Drum

Steering type

Cone worm with recirculation balls

Wheel rims size

5.5 K x 15

Tires size

165/90 R 15

Mercedes-Benz SL 300 SL (215 Hp)