Mercedes-Benz S-class SEL (V126) 500 SEL V8 (240 Hp) Automatic Specs

Mercedes-Benz LogoMercedes-Benz S-class SEL (V126) 500 SEL V8 (240 Hp) Automatic has been in production since 1979 - 1981. Cars comes in Sedan body types and can be suited with Petrol (Gasoline) engine types with a volume of 5L liters, engines produces a power of 240 Hp. Fuel consumption of Mercedes-Benz S-class SEL (V126) 500 SEL V8 (240 Hp) Automatic is 21.2 l/100 km. The overall dimensions of the car are 5135x1820x1440 mm, and the weight is from 1655 kg.

Mercedes-Benz S-class SEL (V126) 500 SEL V8 (240 Hp) Automatic 1979 - 1981
Mercedes-Benz S-class SEL (V126) 500 SEL V8 (240 Hp) Automatic 1979 - 1981


General data

GenerationS-class SEL (V126)
Modification500 SEL V8 (240 Hp) Automatic
Start of productionSeptember, 1979 year
End of productionOctober, 1981 year
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Body typeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
ModelM 117 E 50 / 117.961

Fuel consumption (economy), emissions

Fuel consumption - urban21.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - extra urban11.3 l/100 km

Performance specs

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (0 - 62 mph)8.1 sec
Maximum speed225 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio6.9 kg/Hp, 145 Hp/tonne

Engine technical data

Power240 Hp @ 4750 rpm.
Power per litre48.3 Hp/l
Torque404 Nm @ 3200 rpm.
Engine locationFront, Longitudinal
Engine displacement4973 cm3
Number of cylinders8
Position of cylindersV-engine
Cylinder Bore96.5 mm
Piston Stroke85 mm
Compression ratio8.8
Number of valves per cylinder2
Fuel SystemMulti-point indirect injection
Engine aspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Engine oil capacity9 l
Coolant13.5 l
PowerHydraulic Steering

Suspension and brakes specs

Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of Gears (automatic transmission)4
Front suspensionDouble wishbone
Rear suspensionThreaded twist beam
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesDisc
Steering typeCone worm with recirculation balls
Tires sizeFront wheel tires: 205/70 R14; Rear wheel tires: 205/70 R14
Wheel rims sizeFront wheel rims: 6.5J x 14; Rear wheel rims: 6.5J x 14

Dimensions

Length5135 mm
Width1820 mm
Height1440 mm
Wheelbase3070 mm
Front track1545 mm
Rear (Back) track1517 mm

Weights, volume and space

Kerb Weight1655 kg
Max. weight2175 kg
Max load520 kg
Fuel tank capacity90 l