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Mercedes-Benz SL 600

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz SL 600
Year1996
Rating64.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5987 ccm (365.33 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5987 ccm (365.33 cubic inches)
Engine typeV12
Max power381.00 PS (280 kW or 376 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque580.00 Nm (59.1 kgf-m or 427.8 ft.lbs) at 3750 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.2117 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4540 litres (1,199 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1800 kg (3,968.3 pounds)
Overall length4470 mm (176.0 inches)
Overall width1820 mm (71.7 inches)
Overall height1300 mm (51.2 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity80.0 litres (21.14 gallons)
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