Mercedes-Benz 500 SE

General information
Model	Mercedes-Benz 500 SE
Year	1990
Category	Large/luxury cars
Rating	57.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Engine size	4973 ccm (303.45 cubic inches)
Seats	5
Drive	Rear wheels
Transmission	Automatic, 4-speed
Engine and transmission
Engine location	Front, longitudinal
Displacement	4973 ccm (303.45 cubic inches)
Engine type	V8
Max power	268.70 PS (198 kW or 265 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque	404.00 Nm (41.2 kgf-m or 298.0 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke	96.5 x 85.0 mm (3.8 x 3.3 inches)
Cooling system	Liquid
Gearbox	Automatic, 4-speed
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	230.0 km/h (142.9 mph)
0-60 miles	7.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio	0.1664 PS/kg
Exterior and interior
Chassis type	Sedan/saloon
Max no. of doors	4
Passenger space	4540 litres (1,199 gallons)
Steering, brakes and tires
Brake details	Antiblocking system (ABS)
Dimensions and weight
Weight	1615 kg (3,560.5 pounds)
Overall length	5030 mm (198.0 inches)
Overall width	1830 mm (72.0 inches)
Overall height	1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground clearance	160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase	2810 mm (110.6 inches)