Mercedes-Benz W108 SEL 280 SEL 4.5 V8 (198 Hp) Automatic Specs

Mercedes-Benz LogoMercedes-Benz W108 SEL 280 SEL 4.5 V8 (198 Hp) Automatic has been in production since 1971 - 1972. Cars comes in Sedan body types and can be suited with Petrol (Gasoline) engine types with a volume of 4.5L liters, engines produces a power of 198 Hp. Fuel consumption of Mercedes-Benz W108 SEL 280 SEL 4.5 V8 (198 Hp) Automatic is 15 l/100 km. The overall dimensions of the car are 5000x1810x1440 mm, and the weight is from 1705 kg.

Mercedes-Benz W108 SEL 280 SEL 4.5 V8 (198 Hp) Automatic 1971 - 1972
Mercedes-Benz W108 SEL 280 SEL 4.5 V8 (198 Hp) Automatic 1971 - 1972
Mercedes-Benz W108 SEL 280 SEL 4.5 V8 (198 Hp) Automatic 1971 - 1972


General data

GenerationW108 SEL
Modification280 SEL 4.5 V8 (198 Hp) Automatic
Start of productionMay, 1971 year
End of productionNovember, 1972 year
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Body typeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
ModelM 117 E 45 / 117.984

Fuel consumption (economy), emissions

Fuel consumption - combined15 l/100 km

Performance specs

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (0 - 62 mph)10.1 sec
Maximum speed200 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio8.6 kg/Hp, 116.1 Hp/tonne

Engine technical data

Power198 Hp @ 4500 rpm.
Power per litre43.8 Hp/l
Torque358 Nm @ 3000 rpm.
Engine locationFront, Longitudinal
Engine displacement4520 cm3
Number of cylinders8
Position of cylindersV-engine
Cylinder Bore92 mm
Piston Stroke84.99 mm
Compression ratio8
Number of valves per cylinder2
Fuel SystemMulti-point indirect injection
Engine aspirationNaturally aspirated engine
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)3
Front suspensionDouble wishbone
Rear suspensionHydro-pneumatic element, Trailing arm
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDisc
Steering typeCone worm with recirculation balls
Wheel rims size6J x 14

Dimensions

Length5000 mm
Width1810 mm
Height1440 mm
Wheelbase2850 mm
Front track1482 mm
Rear (Back) track1485 mm

Weights, volume and space

Kerb Weight1705 kg
Max. weight2168 kg
Max load463 kg
Fuel tank capacity82 l