Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W121) 190 SL (105 Hp) Specs

Mercedes-Benz LogoMercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W121) 190 SL (105 Hp) has been in production since 1955 - 1963. Cars comes in Roadster body types and can be suited with Petrol (Gasoline) engine types with a volume of 1.9L liters, engines produces a power of 105 Hp. Fuel consumption of Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W121) 190 SL (105 Hp) is 8.6 l/100 km. The overall dimensions of the car are 4220x1740x1320 mm, and the weight is from 1140 kg.

Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W121) 190 SL (105 Hp) 1955 - 1963
Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W121) 190 SL (105 Hp) 1955 - 1963
Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W121) 190 SL (105 Hp) 1955 - 1963
Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W121) 190 SL (105 Hp) 1955 - 1963
Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W121) 190 SL (105 Hp) 1955 - 1963
Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W121) 190 SL (105 Hp) 1955 - 1963
Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W121) 190 SL (105 Hp) 1955 - 1963
Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W121) 190 SL (105 Hp) 1955 - 1963
Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W121) 190 SL (105 Hp) 1955 - 1963
Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W121) 190 SL (105 Hp) 1955 - 1963
Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W121) 190 SL (105 Hp) 1955 - 1963
Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W121) 190 SL (105 Hp) 1955 - 1963


General data

GenerationSL Roadster (W121)
Modification190 SL (105 Hp)
Start of production1955 year
End of production1963 year
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Body typeRoadster
Seats3
Doors2
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
ModelM 121 B II

Fuel consumption (economy), emissions

Fuel consumption - combined8.6 l/100 km

Performance specs

Maximum speed173 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio10.9 kg/Hp, 92.1 Hp/tonne

Engine technical data

Power105 Hp @ 5700 rpm.
Power per litre55.4 Hp/l
Torque142 Nm @ 3200 rpm.
Maximum engine speed6000 rpm.
Engine locationFront, Longitudinal
Engine displacement1897 cm3
Number of cylinders4
Position of cylindersInline
Cylinder Bore85 mm
Piston Stroke83.6 mm
Compression ratio8.5
Number of valves per cylinder2
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Engine aspirationNaturally aspirated engine
Engine oil capacity4 l
Coolant10 l

Suspension and brakes specs

Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of Gears (manual transmission)4
Front suspensionDouble wishbone
Rear suspensiondependent spring suspension
Front brakesDrum
Rear brakesDrum
Wheel rims sizeR13

Dimensions

Length4220 mm
Width1740 mm
Height1320 mm
Wheelbase2400 mm
Front track1430 mm
Rear (Back) track1470 mm
Ride height155 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)11 m

Weights, volume and space

Kerb Weight1140 kg
Max. weight1400 kg
Max load260 kg
Fuel tank capacity65 l