Mercedes-Benz W108 SEL 280 SEL 4.5 V8 (198 Hp) Automatic 1971

General Information

Modification (Engine)

280 SEL 4.5 V8 (198 Hp) Automatic

Start of production

1971 year

Powertrain Architecture

Internal Combustion engine

Seats

Doors

End of production

1972 year

Engine

Dimensions

Rear (Back) track

1485 mm

Width

1810 mm

Height

1440 mm

Length

5000 mm

Front track

1482 mm

Wheelbase

2850 mm

Performance Characteristics

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h

10.1 sec

Fuel consumption (economy) - combined

15 l

Maximum speed

200 km/h

Acceleration 0 - 60 mph

9.6 sec

Volume and Weight

Max load

463 kg

Kerb Weight

1705 kg

Fuel tank capacity

82 l

Max. weight

2168 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

Double wishbone

Rear suspension

Hydro-pneumatic element, Trailing arm

Front brakes

Disc

Rear brakes

Disc

Steering type

Cone worm with recirculation balls

Power steering

Hydraulic Steering

Wheel rims size

6J x 14

Mercedes-Benz W108 280 SEL 4.5 V8 (198 Hp) Automatic