Mercedes-Benz 420 SL

General information
Model	Mercedes-Benz 420 SL
Year	1985
Category	Cabriolets/sport cars
Rating	64.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Engine size	4196 ccm (256.04 cubic inches)
Seats	2
Drive	Rear wheels
Engine and transmission
Engine location	Front, longitudinal
Displacement	4196 ccm (256.04 cubic inches)
Engine type	V8
Max power	221.7 PS (163 kW or 219 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque	329.00 Nm (33.5 kgf-m or 242.7 ft.lbs) at 3750 Rev. per min.
Compression	9.0:1
Bore x stroke	92.0 x 78.9 mm (3.6 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel system	Injection
Cooling system	Liquid
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	214.0 km/h (133.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)	9.0 seconds
0-60 miles	8.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio	0.1388 PS/kg
Exterior and interior
Chassis type	Cabriolet
Max no. of doors	2
Passenger space	4220 litres (1,115 gallons)
Dimensions and weight
Weight	1600 kg (3,527.4 pounds)
Overall length	4400 mm (173.2 inches)
Overall width	1800 mm (70.9 inches)
Overall height	1300 mm (51.2 inches)
Wheelbase	2460 mm (96.9 inches)