Mercedes-Benz S-Class W116 (1972–1991)
Mercedes-Benz S-Class 450 sel 6.9
W116 (1972–1991), 1975–1980. Gasoline · 6.9 L · 250 hp · 3-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph in 7.4 s and top speed 140 mph.
W116 (1972–1991)
1975 - 1980
7
Comparable trims
Solo
Comparison mode
Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
6.9 L
Horsepower
250
Torque
360 lb-ft
Transmission
3-speed automatic
Drive
Rear-wheel drive
0–60 mph
7.4 s
Top speed
140 mph
Curb weight
5 lbs
Wheelbase
3048 mm
Dimensions
5141 × 1859 × 1430 mm
Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined)
10.0 / 14.0 / 12.0 mpg
Packages
Available packages for this modification
General information
| Brand country | Germany |
|---|---|
| Vehicle class | Luxury car |
| Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 |
| Steering side | Left-hand drive |
Dimensions
| Length | 5141 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1859 mm |
| Height | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3048 mm |
Volume and weight
| Fuel tank capacity | 23.8 gal |
|---|---|
| Curb weight | 5 lbs |
Engine
| Engine type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Engine position | Front |
| Engine volume | 6.9 L |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated |
| Horsepower | 250 hp |
| Torque | 360 lb-ft |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Fuel system | Bosch mechanical fuel injection |
| Valvetrain | SOHC |
Transmission
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic |
|---|---|
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
Performance
| Top speed | 140 mph |
|---|---|
| 0–60 mph | 7.4 s |
| Fuel economy city | 10.0 mpg |
| Fuel economy highway | 14.0 mpg |
| Fuel economy combined | 12.0 mpg |
| Fuel type | Premium unleaded (required) |
Suspension and brakes
| Front suspension | Independent |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Discs |