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Mercedes-Benz 380 SLC

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz 380 SLC
Year1980
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating53.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3818 ccm (232.97 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3818 ccm (232.97 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power221.00 PS (163 kW or 218 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque305.00 Nm (31.1 kgf-m or 225.0 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke92.0 x 71.8 mm (3.6 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1417 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4220 litres (1,115 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1560 kg (3,439.2 pounds)
Overall length4760 mm (187.4 inches)
Overall width1800 mm (70.9 inches)
Overall height1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Wheelbase2820 mm (111.0 inches)
Fuel capacity90.0 litres (23.78 gallons)
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