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W109 Versions

- 300 SEL (1965)- 300 SEL 4.5 (1971)- 300 SEL 5-speed (1966)- 300 SEL 6.3 (1967)- 300 SEL Automatic (1966)

Mercedes Benz W109 300 SEL 4.5 Specs

(1971 - 1972) - Technical Specifications for Years 1971, 1972

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With 0 to 100 km/h (62mph) in 11.00 seconds, a maximum top speed of 124 mph (200 km/h), a curb weight of 3869 lbs (1755 kgs), the W109 300 SEL 4.5 has a naturally-aspirated V 8 cylinder engine, Petrol motor, with the engine code M 117 E 45 / 117.981.
This engine produces a maximum power of 198 PS (195 bhp - 146 kW) at 4500 rpm and a maximum torque of 358.0 Nm (264 lb.ft) at 4500 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 W109 has Double wishbones. Anti-roll bar. front suspension and Anti-roll bar. rear suspension. For stopping power, the W109 300 SEL 4.5 braking system includes Discs at the front and Discs at the rear.
The W109 model is a Sedan car manufactured by Mercedes Benz, sold new from year 1971 until 1972, and available after that as a used car.

Mercedes Benz W109 300 SEL 4.5 Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	V 8

Engine Code :	M 117 E 45 / 117.981

Fuel type :	Petrol

Fuel System :	Bosch D-Jetronic fuel inj.

Coolant :	Water

Engine Alignment :	Longitudinal

Engine size - Displacement - Engine capacity :	4520 cm3 or 275.8 cu-in

Bore x Stroke :	92.00 x 85.00 mm 3.62 x 3.35 inches

Number of valves :	16 Valves

Aspiration :	N/A

Compression Ratio :	8.00

Maximum power - Output - Horsepower :	198 PS or 195 bhp or 146 kW @ 4500 rpm

Maximum torque :	358.0 Nm or 264 lb.ft @ 4500 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: 3.23


Mercedes Benz W109 300 SEL 4.5 Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Tank Capacity :	82 L 18 UK gallons 21.7 US gallons

Mercedes Benz W109 300 SEL 4.5 Performance

Top Speed :	200 km/h or 124 Mph

Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) :	11.00 s

Mercedes Benz W109 300 SEL 4.5 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Body :	Sedan

Num. of Doors :	4

Wheelbase :	285 cm or 112.2 inches

Length :	500 cm or 196.85 inches

Width :	181 cm or 71.26 inches

Height :	144 cm or 56.69 inches

Front Axle :	148.2 cm or 58.35 inches

Rear Axle :	148.5 cm or 58.46 inches

Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	-

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Discs (273 mm)

Rear Brakes - Dics dimensions :	Discs (279 mm)

Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	-/- R-

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	-/- R-

Front Wheels Width :	6"

Rear Wheels Width :	6"

Curb Weight :	1755 kg OR 3869 lbs

Weight-Power Output Ratio :	8.9 kg/hp

Trunk / Boot capacity :	- L

Steering :	Recirculating ball. PAS -

Front Suspension :	Double wishbones. Anti-roll bar.

Rear Suspension :	Anti-roll bar.

What engine is in Mercedes Benz W109 300 SEL 4.5?
The Mercedes Benz W109 300 SEL 4.5 has a V 8, Petrol engine with 4520 cm3 / 275.8 cu-in capacity.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1971 Mercedes Benz W109 300 SEL 4.5 have?
The 1971 Mercedes Benz W109 300 SEL 4.5 has 198 PS / 195 bhp / 146 kW.

How much does a Mercedes Benz W109 300 SEL 4.5 weighs?
The Mercedes Benz W109 300 SEL 4.5 weighs 1755 Kg / 3869 lbs.

What is the top speed of a Mercedes Benz W109 300 SEL 4.5?
The Mercedes Benz W109 300 SEL 4.5 top speed is 200 Km/h / 124 mph.

Is Mercedes Benz W109 300 SEL 4.5 All Wheel Drive (AWD)?
No, the Mercedes Benz W109 300 SEL 4.5 is not All Wheel Drive (AWD). It's Rear Wheel Drive (RWD).