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- 300 d (1957)- 300 d Automatic (1957)- 300 d Long (1960)

Mercedes Benz W189 300 d Automatic Specs

(1957 - 1962) - Technical Specifications for Years 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962

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With 0 to 100 km/h (62mph) in 18.00 seconds, a maximum top speed of 103 mph (165 km/h), a curb weight of 4409 lbs (2000 kgs), the W189 300 d Automatic has a naturally-aspirated Inline 6 cylinder engine, Petrol motor, with the engine code M 189 I.
This engine produces a maximum power of 160 PS (158 bhp - 118 kW) at 5300 rpm and a maximum torque of 237.0 Nm (174 lb.ft) at 5300 rpm. The power is transmitted to the road by the rear wheel drive (RWD) with a 3 speed Automatic gearbox.
On the topic of chassis details responsible for road holding, handling behavior and ride comfort, the W189 has Coil springs. front suspension and Coil springs. rear suspension. For stopping power, the W189 300 d Automatic braking system includes Drums at the front and Drums at the rear.
The W189 model is a Sedan car manufactured by Mercedes Benz, sold new from year 1957 until 1962, and available after that as a used car.

Mercedes Benz W189 300 d Automatic Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	Inline 6

Engine Code :	M 189 I

Fuel type :	Petrol

Fuel System :	Bosch mechanical fuel injection

Lubrication :	Wet sump

Coolant :	Water

Engine Alignment :	Longitudinal

Engine size - Displacement - Engine capacity :	2996 cm3 or 182.8 cu-in

Bore x Stroke :	85.00 x 88.00 mm 3.35 x 3.46 inches

Number of valves :	12 Valves

Aspiration :	N/A

Compression Ratio :	8.55

Maximum power - Output - Horsepower :	160 PS or 158 bhp or 118 kW @ 5300 rpm

Maximum torque :	237.0 Nm or 174 lb.ft @ 5300 rpm

Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	RWD

Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	3 speed Automatic Transmission Relations 1st Gear Ratio: - 2nd Gear Ratio: - 3rd Gear Ratio: - Reverse Gear Ratio: - Final Drive Ratio: 4.67


Mercedes Benz W189 300 d Automatic Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Tank Capacity :	72 L 15.8 UK gallons 19 US gallons

Mercedes Benz W189 300 d Automatic Performance

Top Speed :	165 km/h or 103 Mph

Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) :	18.00 s

Mercedes Benz W189 300 d Automatic Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Body :	Sedan

Num. of Doors :	4

Wheelbase :	315 cm or 124.02 inches

Length :	519 cm or 204.33 inches

Width :	186 cm or 73.23 inches

Height :	162 cm or 63.78 inches

Front Axle :	148 cm or 58.27 inches

Rear Axle :	152.5 cm or 60.04 inches

Ground clearance :	21.6 cm / 8.5 inches

Ground clearance :	21.6 cm / 8.5 inches

Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	-

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Drums (260 mm)

Rear Brakes - Dics dimensions :	Drums (260 mm)

Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	-/- R-

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	-/- R-

Front Wheels Width :	5.50K"

Rear Wheels Width :	5.50K"

Curb Weight :	2000 kg OR 4409 lbs

Weight-Power Output Ratio :	12.5 kg/hp

Trunk / Boot capacity :	- L

Steering :	Recirculating ball. -

Front Suspension :	Coil springs.

Rear Suspension :	Coil springs.

What engine is in Mercedes Benz W189 300 d Automatic?
The Mercedes Benz W189 300 d Automatic has a Inline 6, Petrol engine with 2996 cm3 / 182.8 cu-in capacity.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1957 Mercedes Benz W189 300 d Automatic have?
The 1957 Mercedes Benz W189 300 d Automatic has 160 PS / 158 bhp / 118 kW.

How much does a Mercedes Benz W189 300 d Automatic weighs?
The Mercedes Benz W189 300 d Automatic weighs 2000 Kg / 4409 lbs.

What is the top speed of a Mercedes Benz W189 300 d Automatic?
The Mercedes Benz W189 300 d Automatic top speed is 165 Km/h / 103 mph.

Is Mercedes Benz W189 300 d Automatic All Wheel Drive (AWD)?
No, the Mercedes Benz W189 300 d Automatic is not All Wheel Drive (AWD). It's Rear Wheel Drive (RWD).