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Mercedes-Benz 280 S

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz 280 S
Year1973
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating51.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2746 ccm (167.56 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2746 ccm (167.56 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power158.20 PS (116 kW or 156 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque223.00 Nm (22.7 kgf-m or 164.5 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke86.0 x 78.8 mm (3.4 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.1014 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (464.6 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1560 kg (3,439.2 pounds)
Overall length5000 mm (196.9 inches)
Overall width1830 mm (72.0 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2940 mm (115.7 inches)
Fuel capacity90.0 litres (23.78 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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