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Mercedes-Benz C 43 AMG

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz C 43 AMG
Year1997
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating57.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4266 ccm (260.31 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4266 ccm (260.31 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power306.9 PS (226 kW or 303 HP) at 5850 Rev. per min.
Max torque410.00 Nm (41.8 kgf-m or 302.4 ft.lbs) at 3250 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke89.9 x 84.0 mm (3.5 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder3
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.5 seconds
0-60 miles6.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1957 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4540 litres (1,199 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (421.3 inches)
Front brakesDisks, 334 mm
Rear brakesDisks, 300 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1570 kg (3,461.3 pounds)
Overall length4520 mm (178.0 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Wheelbase2700 mm (106.3 inches)
Fuel capacity69.0 litres (18.23 gallons)
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