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Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W121)

Compare all 1 engine versions of the Mercedes-Benz SL SL Roadster (W121), then open the technical data for the exact drivetrain and production year.

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Mercedes-Benz SL SL Roadster (W121)

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1 versions · 1 Gasoline

Engine Fuel Power Production
190 SL (105 KM) Selected Gasoline 105 KM 1955–1963

Selected engine version

190 SL (105 KM)

Gasoline · 1955–1963

Engine power
105KM
Torque
142Nm
Engine displacement
1,897cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Maximum speed
173km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Version
SL Roadster (W121)
Engine
190 SL (105 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
2
Start of production
1955
End of production
1963
Body type
Roadster
Number of seats
3
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
173 km/h
Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
8.6 l/100 km

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Engine

Engine model / code
M121BII
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
1897 cm³
Maximum engine speed
6000 obr./min
Fuel injection system
Carburetor
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
85 mm
Piston stroke
83.6 mm
Compression ratio
8.5
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
4 l
Coolant capacity
10 l
Power
105 KM @ 5700 obr./min
Torque
142 Nm @ 3200 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
65 l
Curb weight
1140 kg
Gross weight
1400 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4220 mm
Width
1740 mm
Height
1320 mm
Wheelbase
2400 mm
Front track
1430 mm
Rear track
1470 mm
Ground clearance
155 mm
Turning circle
11 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
4
Front suspension
Double wishbone
Rear suspension
Dependent spring suspension
Front brakes
Drum
Rear brakes
Drum
Rim size
13
ABS
no