Mercedes-Benz SL W198 (1957–1963)
Mercedes-Benz SL 300 sl roadster
W198 (1957–1963), 1957–1963. Gasoline · 2,996.0 L · 240 hp · 4-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph in 8.8 s and top speed 140 mph.
W198 (1957–1963)
1957 - 1963
1
Comparable trims
Solo
Comparison mode
Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
2,996.0 L
Horsepower
240
Torque
217 lb-ft
Transmission
4-speed manual
Drive
Rear-wheel drive
0–60 mph
8.8 s
Top speed
140 mph
Curb weight
3 lbs
Wheelbase
2400 mm
Dimensions
4501 × 1750 × 1311 mm
General information
| Brand country | Germany |
|---|---|
| Vehicle class | Sports car |
| Doors | 2 |
| Seats | 2 |
| Steering side | Left-hand drive |
Dimensions
| Length | 4501 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1750 mm |
| Height | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2400 mm |
Volume and weight
| Fuel tank capacity | 18.5 gal |
|---|---|
| Curb weight | 3 lbs |
Engine
| Engine type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Engine position | Front |
| Engine volume | 2,996.0 L |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated |
| Horsepower | 240 hp |
| Torque | 217 lb-ft |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Fuel system | Mechanical fuel injection |
| Compression ratio | 8.55 |
| Valvetrain | DOHC |
Transmission
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
|---|---|
| Gears | 4 |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
Performance
| Top speed | 140 mph |
|---|---|
| 0–60 mph | 8.8 s |
| Fuel type | Premium unleaded (required) |
Suspension and brakes
| Front suspension | Independent |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent |
| Front brakes | Drum |
| Rear brakes | Drum |