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Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC Specs

(1987 - 1991) - Technical Specifications for Years 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991
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With a fuel consumption of 11.9 litres/100km - 24 mpg UK - 20 mpg US (Average), 0 to 100 km/h (62mph) in 8.3 seconds, a maximum top speed of 137 mph (220 km/h), a curb weight of 3571 lbs (1620 kgs), the W126 420 SEC has a naturally-aspirated V 8 cylinder engine, Petrol motor, with the engine code 116.965.
This engine produces a maximum power of 224 PS (221 bhp - 165 kW) at 5400 rpm and a maximum torque of 325 Nm (239 lb.ft) at 4000 rpm. The power is transmitted to the road by the rear wheel drive (RWD) with a 4 speed Automatic gearbox.
On the topic of chassis details responsible for road holding, handling behavior and ride comfort, the W126 has Independent. mcpherson. coil springs. anti-roll bar front suspension and multilink. coil springs. anti-roll bar rear suspension. Stock tire sizes are 205 / 65 on 15 inch rims at the front, and 205 / 65 on 15 inch rims at the rear. For stopping power, the W126 420 SEC braking system includes Vented Discs at the front and Discs at the rear.
The W126 model is a car manufactured by Mercedes Benz, with 2 doors and 4 seats, sold new from year 1987 until 1991, and available after that as a used car.

Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC Body, Model and Production details Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC Body, Model and Production details

Generation : W126
Body : -
Num. of Doors : 2 doors

Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC Engine Technical Data Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders : V 8
Engine Code : 116.965
Fuel type : Petrol
Fuel System : MPI - Bosch KE-Jetronic 3.1
Engine Alignment : Longitudinal
Engine size - Displacement - Engine capacity : 256.1 cu-in / 4196 cm3
Bore x Stroke : 3.62 x 3.11 inches
92.0 x 78.9 mm
Number of valves : 16 Valves
Aspiration : N/A
Compression Ratio : 10.0
Maximum power - Output - Horsepower : 221 HP / 224 PS / 165 kW
@ 5400 rpm
Maximum torque : 239 lb-ft / 325 Nm
@ 4000 rpm
Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain : RWD
Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :

Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Combined: 20 MPG
11.9 L/100 Km
24 MPG UK
Range : 470 miles / 756 Km
Fuel Tank Capacity : 23.8 gallons
90 L
19.8 UK gallons
CO2 emissions : 284 g/Km (estimate)

Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC Performance Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC Performance

Top Speed : 137 Mph / 220 Km/h
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) : 8.3 s

Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase : 112.2 inches / 285.0 cm
Length : 194.49 inches / 494.0 cm
Width : 72.05 inches / 183.0 cm
Height : 55.51 inches / 141.0 cm
Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx : -
Curb Weight : 3571 lbs / 1620 Kg
Weight-Power Output Ratio : 7.2 kg/hp

Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC Interior size, Dimensions Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC Interior size, Dimensions

Num. of Seats : 4 seats
Trunk / Boot capacity : 18 cu-ft / 510 L

Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions : Vented Discs
(- inches / - mm)
Rear Brakes - Dics dimensions : Discs
(- inches / - mm)
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions : 205/65 R15
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions : 205/65 R15
Front Suspension : Independent. mcpherson. coil springs. anti-roll bar
Rear Suspension : multilink. coil springs. anti-roll bar
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What engine is in Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC?
The Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC has a V 8, Petrol engine with 4196 cm3 / 256.1 cu-in capacity.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1987 Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC have?
The 1987 Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC has 224 PS / 221 bhp / 165 kW.

How much does a Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC weighs?
The Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC weighs 1620 Kg / 3571 lbs.

What is the top speed of a Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC?
The Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC top speed is 220 Km/h / 137 mph.

Is Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC All Wheel Drive (AWD)?
No, the Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEC is not All Wheel Drive (AWD). It's Rear Wheel Drive (RWD).

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