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Mercedes-Benz 500 SEL

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz 500 SEL
Year1991
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating58 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4971 ccm (303.33 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4971 ccm (303.33 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power330.50 PS (243 kW or 326 HP) at 5700 Rev. per min.
Max torque480.00 Nm (48.9 kgf-m or 354.0 ft.lbs) at 3900 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke96.5 x 85.0 mm (3.8 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Top speed249.0 km/h (154.7 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1643 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4220 litres (1,115 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight2012 kg (4,435.7 pounds)
Overall length5220 mm (205.5 inches)
Overall width1890 mm (74.4 inches)
Overall height1500 mm (59.1 inches)
Wheelbase3150 mm (124.0 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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