Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL Specs

(1954 - 1963) - Technical Specifications for Years 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963
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Key Specs

Petrol
115.8 cu-in
1897 cm3
Inline 4
104 HP
105 PS / 77 kW
114 lb-ft
155 Nm
107 Mph
172 km/h

Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL Body, Model and Production details Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL Body, Model and Production details

Generation : W198 / W121
Body : Cabrio
Num. of Doors : 2 doors

Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL Engine Technical Data Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders : Inline 4
Engine Code : M 121 B II
Fuel type : Petrol
Fuel System : 2 Solex 44 PHH carburettors
Engine Alignment : Longitudinal
Engine displacement : 115.8 cu-in / 1897 cm3
Bore x Stroke : 3.35 x 3.29 inches
85.00 x 83.58 mm
Number of valves : 8 Valves
Aspiration : naturally-aspirated
Compression Ratio : 8.80
Horsepower : 104 HP / 105 PS / 77 kW
@ 5800 rpm
Maximum torque : 114 lb-ft / 155 Nm
@ 5800 rpm
Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain : RWD
Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :
4 speed Manual Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds
Transmission Relations
Final Drive Ratio: 3.90

Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Tank Capacity : 17.2 gallons
65 L
14.3 UK gallons
Catalytic converter : No

Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL Performance Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL Performance

Top Speed : 107 Mph / 172 km/h
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph (0 to 96 Km/h) : 13.30 s
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) : - s

Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase : 94.49 inches / 240 cm
Length : 168.9 inches / 429 cm
Width : 68.5 inches / 174 cm
Height : 51.97 inches / 132 cm
Front Axle : 56.3 inches / 143.0 cm
Rear Axle : 58.07 inches / 147.5 cm
Ground clearance : 6.14 inches / 15.6 cm
Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx : -
Curb Weight : 2513 lbs / 1140 kg
Weight/Power Output Ratio : 10.9 kg/hp

Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions : Drums
(9.06 inches / 230 mm)
Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions : Drums
(9.06 inches / 230 mm)
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions : -/- R-
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions : -/- R-
Front Wheels Width : 5K"
Rear Wheels Width : 5K"
Steering : Recirculating ball. -
Steering wheel lock-to-lock : 3.500 turns
Front Suspension : Coil springs.
Rear Suspension : Coil Springs.
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How fast is a Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL?
The Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL can reach 0 to 60 mph in 13.30 seconds and has a top speed of 172 km/h / 107 mph.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1954 Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL have?
The 1954 Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL has 105 PS / 104 bhp / 77 kW.

How much does a Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL weighs?
The Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL weighs 1140 Kg / 2513 lbs.

What is the Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL gas mileage?
The Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL gas mileage is .

What engine is in Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL?
The Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL has a Inline 4, Petrol engine with 1897 cm3 / 115.8 cu-in capacity.

What are the dimensions of the Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL?
The Mercedes Benz SL (W121) 190 SL is 168.9 inches / 429 cm long, 68.5 inches / 174 cm wide, and 51.97 inches / 132 cm tall, with a wheelbase of 94.49 inches / 240 cm.