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Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W198 II) Hardtop
Compare all 1 engine versions of the Mercedes-Benz SL SL Roadster (W198 II) Hardtop, then open the technical data for the exact drivetrain and production year.
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| Engine | Fuel | Power | Production |
|---|---|---|---|
| 300 SL (215 KM) Selected | Gasoline | 215 KM | 1958–1963 |
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300 SL (215 KM)
Gasoline · 1958–1963
- Engine power
- 215KM
- Torque
- 275Nm
- Engine displacement
- 2,996cm³
- Fuel type
- Gasoline
- Acceleration 0-100 km/h
- 10s
- Maximum speed
- 250km/h
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Mercedes-Benz SL SL Roadster (W198 II) Hardtop- Brand
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- SL
- Version
- SL Roadster (W198 II) Hardtop
- Engine
- 300 SL (215 KM)
- Engine type
- Combustion engine
- Number of doors
- 2
- Start of production
- 1958
- End of production
- 1963
- Body type
- Roadster
- Number of seats
- 2
- Fuel type
- Gasoline
Performance
- Maximum speed
- 250 km/h
- Acceleration 0-100 km/h
- 10 s
- Fuel consumption - Combined cycle
- 12-19 l/100 km
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Engine
- Engine model / code
- M198.980, M198.982
- Engine position
- Front, Longitudinal
- Engine displacement
- 2996 cm³
- Fuel injection system
- Direct injection
- Engine type
- Naturally aspirated engine
- Valvetrain
- SOHC
- Engine configuration
- Inline
- Number of cylinders
- 6
- Cylinder bore
- 85 mm
- Piston stroke
- 88 mm
- Compression ratio
- 8.55
- Number of valves per cylinder
- 2
- Engine oil capacity
- 15 l
- Coolant capacity
- 15.5 l
- Power
- 215 KM @ 5800 obr./min
- Torque
- 275 Nm @ 4600 obr./min
Volume and weight
- Fuel tank
- 100 l
- Curb weight
- 1370 kg
- Gross weight
- 1560-1660 kg
Vehicle dimensions
- Length
- 4570 mm
- Width
- 1790 mm
- Height
- 1300 mm
- Wheelbase
- 2400 mm
- Front track
- 1398 mm
- Rear track
- 1448 mm
- Turning circle
- 11.5 m
Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension
- Drive
- Rear-wheel drive
- Number of gears
- 4
- Front suspension
- Coil spring, Double wishbone, Anti-roll bar
- Rear suspension
- Independent coil spring suspension
- Front brakes
- Drum
- Rear brakes
- Drum
- Steering system
- Worm and roller steering
- Tire size
- 165/90 R15
- Rim size
- 5.5J x 15
- ABS
- no