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Mercedes Benz SL (R107) 300 SL Specs

(1985 - 1989) - Technical Specifications for Years 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989

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With a fuel consumption of 10.9 litres/100km - 26 mpg UK - 22 mpg US (Average), 0 to 100 km/h (62mph) in 9.6 seconds, a maximum top speed of 126 mph (203 km/h), a curb weight of 3307 lbs (1500 kgs), the SL (R107) 300 SL has a naturally-aspirated Inline 6 cylinder engine, Petrol motor, with the engine code 103.982.
This engine produces a maximum power of 188 PS (185 bhp - 138 kW) at 5700 rpm and a maximum torque of 260 Nm (191 lb.ft) at 4400 rpm. The power is transmitted to the road by the rear wheel drive (RWD) with a 5 speed Manual gearbox.
About chassis details responsible for road holding, handling behaviour and ride confort, the SL (R107) has Independent. McPherson. anti-roll bar front suspension and - 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 SL (R107) 300 SL braking system includes Vented Discs at the front and Discs at the rear.
The SL (R107) model is a car manufactured by Mercedes Benz, with 2 doors and 4 seats, sold new from year 1985 to 1989, and available after that as a used car.

Mercedes Benz SL (R107) 300 SL Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	Inline 6

Engine Code :	103.982

Fuel type :	Petrol

Fuel System :	MPI - CIS-E (KE - Jetronic)

Engine Alignment :	Longitudinal

Engine size - Displacement - Engine capacity :	2962 cm3 or 180.8 cu-in

Bore x Stroke :	88.5 x 80.2 mm 3.46 x 3.15 inches

Number of valves :	12 Valves

Aspiration :	N/A

Compression Ratio :	9.2

Maximum power - Output - Horsepower :	188 PS or 185 bhp or 138 kW @ 5700 rpm

Maximum torque :	260 Nm or 191 lb.ft @ 4400 rpm

Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	RWD

Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	5 speed Manual Transmission Relations 1st Gear Ratio: 2nd Gear Ratio: 3rd Gear Ratio: 4th Gear Ratio: 5th Gear Ratio: Reverse Gear Ratio: Final Drive Ratio:


Mercedes Benz SL (R107) 300 SL Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Combined:	10.9 L/100km 26 mpg UK / 22 mpg US

Range :	779 Km or 484 miles

Fuel Tank Capacity :	85 L 18.7 UK gallons 22.5 US gallons

CO2 emissions :	254 g/Km (estimate)

Mercedes Benz SL (R107) 300 SL Performance

Top Speed :	203 km/h or 126 Mph

Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) :	9.6 s

Mercedes Benz SL (R107) 300 SL Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Num. of Doors :	2

Wheelbase :	246 cm or 96.85 inches

Length :	439 cm or 172.83 inches

Width :	179 cm or 70.47 inches

Height :	129 cm or 50.79 inches

Max. Towing Capacity Weight :	0 Kg or 0 lbs

Num. of Seats :	4

Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	-

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Vented Discs (- mm)

Rear Brakes - Dics dimensions :	Discs (- mm)

Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	205/65 R15

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	205/65 R15

Curb Weight :	1500 kg OR 3307 lbs

Weight-Power Output Ratio :	8 kg/hp

Trunk / Boot capacity :	260 L

Front Suspension :	Independent. McPherson. anti-roll bar

Rear Suspension :	-

How much horsepower does a 1985 Mercedes Benz SL (R107) 300 SL have?
The 1985 Mercedes Benz SL (R107) 300 SL has 188 PS / 185 bhp / 138 kW horsepower.

How much does a Mercedes Benz SL (R107) 300 SL weighs?
The Mercedes Benz SL (R107) 300 SL weighs 1500 Kg / 3307 lbs.

What is the top speed of a Mercedes Benz SL (R107) 300 SL?
The Mercedes Benz SL (R107) 300 SL top speed is 203 Km/h / 126 mph.

Is Mercedes Benz SL (R107) 300 SL All Wheel Drive (AWD)?
No, the Mercedes Benz SL (R107) 300 SL is not All Wheel Drive (AWD). It's Rear Wheel Drive (RWD).