Mercedes-Benz SL (R129, facelift 1998) AMG SL 73 V12 (525 Hp) Automatic Specs

Mercedes-Benz LogoMercedes-Benz SL (R129, facelift 1998) AMG SL 73 V12 (525 Hp) Automatic has been in production since 1999 - 2001. Cars comes in Roadster body types and can be suited with Petrol (Gasoline) engine types with a volume of 7.3L liters, engines produces a power of 525 Hp. The overall dimensions of the car are 4499x1812x1296 mm, and the weight is from 1975 kg.

General data

GenerationSL (R129, facelift 1998)
ModificationAMG SL 73 V12 (525 Hp) Automatic
Start of productionApril, 1999 year
End of productionMay, 2001 year
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Body typeRoadster
Seats2
Doors2
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
ModelM 120 E 73/120.990

Fuel consumption (economy), emissions

Fuel consumption - urban24.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - extra urban11.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - combined15.9 l/100 km
Emission standardEuro 3

Performance specs

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (0 - 62 mph)4.8 sec
Maximum speed250 km/h, Electronically limited
Weight-to-power ratio3.8 kg/Hp, 265.8 Hp/tonne

Engine technical data

Power525 Hp @ 5500 rpm.
Power per litre72 Hp/l
Torque750 Nm @ 4000 rpm.
Engine locationFront, Longitudinal
Engine displacement7291 cm3
Number of cylinders12
Position of cylindersV-engine
Cylinder Bore91.5 mm
Piston Stroke92.4 mm
Compression ratio10.5
Number of valves per cylinder4
Fuel SystemMulti-point indirect injection
Engine aspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainDOHC
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)5
Front suspensionCoil spring, Hydro-pneumatic element, Wishbone, Transverse stabilizer
Rear suspensionHelical spring, Hydro-pneumatic element, Transverse stabilizer, Independent multi-link
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesVentilated discs
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeCone worm with recirculation balls
Tires sizeFront wheel tires: 245/40 ZR 18; Rear wheel tires: 275/35 ZR 18
Wheel rims sizeFront wheel rims: 8.5 J x 18 H 2; Rear wheel rims: 9.5 J x 18 H 2

Dimensions

Length4499 mm
Width1812 mm
Height1296 mm
Wheelbase2515 mm
Front track1553 mm
Rear (Back) track1541 mm
Drag coefficient (Cd)0.32-0.40
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)10.7 m

Weights, volume and space

Kerb Weight1975 kg
Max. weight2320 kg
Max load345 kg
Trunk (boot) space - minimum265 l
Fuel tank capacity80 l