Mercedes-Benz S-class W140 S 500 V8 (320 Hp) Automatic

Mercedes-Benz S-class:

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W140 Overview:

Mercedes-Benz S-class (W140). With 470 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 2000 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.3 s). The top speed reaches 250 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

People's Opinions:

Our robots surveyed the comments on Reddit to find out people's satisfaction with Mercedes-Benz S-class. About 413 comments were scanned, 65 comments (15.74% of the total comments) were positive, compared to 41 negative comments (9.93% of the total comments). The remaining 307 comments were neutral (did not mention any praise or criticism) (%neutralPercentag%% of the total comments), and thus it received a rating of 1 stars out of 5.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

• Rear-wheel drive for balanced handling.
• Independent suspension (front: Double wishbone, rear: Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer) for comfort and handling.
• Ventilated front brakes improve stopping power under load.
• ABS improves braking safety.
• Decent trunk space: 525 L.
• Reasonable curb weight (1890 kg).
• High payload capacity:660 kg.

Cons:

• Low specific output ( 72.2 hp/L) suggests less efficient ICE tuning.
• Basic or outdated ICE technology.
• Sluggish ICE-only acceleration: 8.9 sec.
• High fuel consumption: 11.5 L/100 km combined.
• Sluggish 0–100 km/h time: 8.9 sec.
• Weak weight-to-power: ≈ 122 hp/tonne.
• Low weight-to-torque: ≈ 166.7 Nm/tonne.
• Wide turning circle of 11.7 m may reduce agility.
• Older generation (ended production 1994 ); may lack latest tech.

Based on the pros and cons, the car is rated 3/5

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(W140: 1992 - 1994).

General:

  Brand: Mercedes-Benz
  Model: S-class
  Generation: W140
  Modification (Engine): S 500 V8 (320 Hp) Automatic
  Start of production: 1993
  End of production: 1994
  Powertrain Architecture: Internal Combustion engine
  Body type: Sedan
  Seats: 5
  Doors: 4

Engine:

  Power: 320 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower
  Power per litre: 64.3 Hp/l [Same length.]
  Torque: 470 Nm @ 3900 rpm.
  Engine Model/Code: M 119 E 50 More details about the engine M 119 E 50
  Engine displacement: 4973
  Number of cylinders: 8
  Engine configuration: V-engine
  Number of valves per cylinder: 4
  Fuel injection system: Multi-port manifold injection
  Engine aspiration: Naturally aspirated engine
  Valvetrain: DOHC
  Engine oil capacity: 8 l
  Coolant: 16.5 l
  Engine layout: Front, Longitudinal
  Cylinder Bore: 96.5 mm
  Piston Stroke: 85 mm
  Compression ratio: 10:1

Performance:

  Fuel Type: Petrol (Gasoline)
  Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: 17.2 l/100 km
  Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: 10 l/100 km
  Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: 13 l/100 km
  Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: 7.3 sec
  Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: 7.3 sec
  Maximum speed: 250 km/h
  Weight-to-power ratio: 6.3 kg/Hp, 160 Hp/tonne
  Weight-to-torque ratio: 4.3 kg/Nm, 235 Nm/tonne
  Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: 6.9 sec

Space:

  Kerb Weight: 2000
  Max. weight: 2650
  Max load: 650
  Trunk (boot) space - minimum: 525 l
  Fuel tank capacity: 100 l

Size:

  Length: 5113 mm [Same length.]
  Width: 1886 mm [Same width.]
  Height: 1486 mm [Same height.]
  Wheelbase: 3040 mm [Same wheelbase.]
  Front track: 1606 mm
  Rear (Back) track: 1579 mm

Powertrain:

  Drivetrain Architecture: The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
  Drive wheel: Rear wheel drive
  Number of gears: 4
  Transmission type: Automatic
  Front brakes: Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
  Rear brakes: Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
  Assisting systems: ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
  Steering type: Worm-reduction unit
  Power steering: Hydraulic Steering
  Tires size: 235/60 R16
  Wheel rims size: 16
  Front suspension: Double wishbone
  Rear suspension: Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer

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Mercedes-Benz S-class W140 S 500 V8 (320 Hp) Automatic