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Mercedes-Benz SL W113 250 SL (150 Hp) Automatic
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Mercedes-Benz SL:
The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is a grand touring sports car manufactured by Mercedes-Benz since 1954. The designation "SL" derives from the German term "Sport-Leicht", which translates to "Sport Light" in English.
Initially, the first 300 SL was a racing sports car built in 1952 with no intention of developing a street version. In 1954, an American importer Max Hoffman suggested the street version of 300 SL for the wealthy performance car enthusiasts in the United States where the market for the personal luxury car was booming after the Second World War....(Read more on Wikipedia)
W113 Overview:
Mercedes-Benz SL (W113). With 216 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1360 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.6 s). The top speed reaches 190 km/h. A two-seater convertible designed for open-top driving pleasure. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
As a vehicle from the 1960s, the W113 was designed to safety standards of its era, which are significantly different from modern requirements. It was not tested by Euro NCAP.
250 SL (150 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides comfortable and smooth performance, though the automatic transmission slightly dampens the 150 Hp engine's potential for brisk acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is moderate, aligning with the 250 SL manual but without the driver control over gear selection.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Iconic and timeless 'Pagoda' design
- • Robust build quality and engineering
- • Comfortable and refined touring experience
- • Strong investment potential as a classic
- • Engaging driving dynamics for its era
Cons:
- • High maintenance costs typical of classic cars
- • Lack of modern safety features
- • Fuel consumption can be high by modern standards
- • Parts availability can be challenging/expensive
- • Performance is modest compared to modern sports cars
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Coupe (W198): August, 1954 - May, 1957).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model: | SL |
| Generation: | W113 |
| Modification (Engine): | 250 SL (150 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | December, 1966 |
| End of production: | January, 1968 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Roadster |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 60.1 Hp/l [235mm less] |
| Torque: | 216 Nm @ 4200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M 129.982 More details about the engine M 129.982 |
| Engine displacement: | 2496 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 12.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 78.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 190 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.1 kg/Hp, 110.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.3 kg/Nm, 158.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1360 |
| Max. weight: | 1715 |
| Max load: | 355 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 340 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1200 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 82 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 715 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4285 mm mm [235mm less] |
| Width: | 1760 mm mm [30mm less] |
| Height: | 1320 mm mm [20mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2400 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1484 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1485 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 125 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.4 m [above average] |
| 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 | Disc [above average] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Steering type | Cone worm with recirculation balls |
| Tires size | 185 HR 14 |
| Wheel rims size | 6 J x 14 HB |
| Front suspension | Coil spring, Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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