Mercedes-Benz SL (R129) 500 SL V8 (326 Hp) Automatic Specs

Mercedes-Benz LogoMercedes-Benz SL (R129) 500 SL V8 (326 Hp) Automatic has been in production since 1989 - 1992. Cars comes in Roadster body types and can be suited with Petrol (Gasoline) engine types with a volume of 5L liters, engines produces a power of 326 Hp. Fuel consumption of Mercedes-Benz SL (R129) 500 SL V8 (326 Hp) Automatic is 12 l/100 km. The overall dimensions of the car are 4470x1812x1303 mm, and the weight is from 1770-1800 kg.

Mercedes-Benz SL (R129) 500 SL V8 (326 Hp) Automatic 1989 - 1992
Mercedes-Benz SL (R129) 500 SL V8 (326 Hp) Automatic 1989 - 1992
Mercedes-Benz SL (R129) 500 SL V8 (326 Hp) Automatic 1989 - 1992


General data

GenerationSL (R129)
Modification500 SL V8 (326 Hp) Automatic
Start of productionMarch, 1989 year
End of productionSeptember, 1992 year
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Body typeRoadster
Seats2
Doors2
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
ModelM 119.960

Fuel consumption (economy), emissions

Fuel consumption - urban16.6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - extra urban10.1 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - combined12 l/100 km
Emission standardEuro 1

Performance specs

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (0 - 62 mph)6.2 sec
Maximum speed250 km/h, Electronically limited
100 km/h - 041.5 m
Weight-to-power ratio5.4 kg/Hp, 184.2 Hp/tonne

Engine technical data

Power326 Hp @ 5500 rpm.
Power per litre65.6 Hp/l
Torque450 Nm @ 4000 rpm.
Maximum engine speed6000 rpm.
Engine locationFront, Longitudinal
Engine displacement4973 cm3
Number of cylinders8
Position of cylindersV-engine
Cylinder Bore96.5 mm
Piston Stroke85 mm
Compression ratio10
Number of valves per cylinder4
Fuel SystemMulti-point indirect injection
Engine aspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainDOHC
Engine oil capacity8 l
Coolant15.5 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 suspensionCoil spring, Wishbone, Transverse stabilizer
Rear suspensionHelical spring, Transverse stabilizer, Independent multi-link
Front brakesVentilated discs, 300 mm
Rear brakesDisc, 278 mm
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeCone worm with recirculation balls
Tires size225/55 ZR 16
Wheel rims size8 J x 16 H 2

Dimensions

Length4470 mm
Width1812 mm
Height1303 mm
Wheelbase2515 mm
Front track1535 mm
Rear (Back) track1523 mm
Drag coefficient (Cd)0.32-0.40
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)10.7 m

Weights, volume and space

Kerb Weight1770-1800 kg
Max. weight2160-2190 kg
Max load390 kg
Trunk (boot) space - minimum265 l
Fuel tank capacity80 l