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Mercedes-Benz 450 SEL

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz 450 SEL
Year1973
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating51 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4520 ccm (275.81 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4520 ccm (275.81 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power220.00 PS (162 kW or 217 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque359.00 Nm (36.6 kgf-m or 264.8 ft.lbs) at 3250 Rev. per min.
Compression8.8:1
Bore x stroke92.0 x 85.0 mm (3.6 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1246 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1765 kg (3,891.2 pounds)
Overall length5070 mm (199.6 inches)
Overall width1880 mm (74.0 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheelbase2970 mm (116.9 inches)
Fuel capacity95.0 litres (25.10 gallons)
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