Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster 1959 specs
General information
| Model: | Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster |
| Year: | 1959 |
| Category: | Sport cars |
| Manufacturer: | Mercedes-Benz |
| Seats: | 2 |
Engine and transmission
| Valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Engine type: | Inline, 6 cylinder |
| Engine location: | Front, longitudinal |
| Displacement: | 2996 ccm |
| Max power: | 241 PS (178 kW) at 5800 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque: | 271 Nm at 4600 Rev. per min. |
| Bore x stroke: | 80.1 x 72.8 mm (3.2 x 2.9 inches) |
| Fuel system: | Injection |
| Lubrication system: | Dry sump |
| Gearbox: | Manual, 4-speed |
Main features, safety and ecconomy
| Fuel type: | Gasoline |
| Drive: | Rear wheels |
Speed and acceleration
| Top speed: | 212 km/h (131.7 mph) |
| 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): | 10 seconds |
| Power/weight ratio: | 0.174 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior
| Chassis type: | Cabriolet |
| Max no. of doors: | 2 |
| Passenger space: | 4160 litres (1099 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires
| Front brakes: | Drums, 260 mm |
| Rear brakes: | Drums, 260 mm |
| Brake details: | Antiblocking system |
| Front tire dimensions: | 7.50H13 |
| Rear tire dimensions: | 6.70-15 |
| Turn circle: | 12 m (472.4 inches) |
Dimensions and weight
| Weight: | 1385 kg (3053.4 pounds) |
| Overall length: | 4580 mm (180.3 inches) |
| Overall width: | 1800 mm (70.9 inches) |
| Overall height: | 1310 mm (51.6 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 2410 mm (94.9 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 100 litres (26.42 gallons) |
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
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