Mercedes-Benz 540 K

General information
Model	Mercedes-Benz 540 K
Year	1936
Category	Cabriolets/sport cars
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Main features, safety and ecconomy
Engine size	5401 ccm (329.57 cubic inches)
Fuel type	Gasoline
Seats	5
Drive	Rear wheels
Transmission	Manual, 4-speed
Engine and transmission
Engine location	Front, longitudinal
Displacement	5401 ccm (329.57 cubic inches)
Engine type	Inline, 8 cylinder
Max power	179.00 PS (132 kW or 177 HP) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Max torque	440.00 Nm (44.9 kgf-m or 324.5 ft.lbs) at 2200 Rev. per min.
Compression	5.2:1
Bore x stroke	88.0 x 111.0 mm (3.5 x 4.4 inches)
Valves per cylinder	2
Cooling system	Liquid
Gearbox	Manual, 4-speed
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	193.0 km/h (119.9 mph)
0-50 miles	11.7 seconds
0-60 miles	16.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio	0.0783 PS/kg
Exterior and interior
Chassis type	Cabriolet
Max no. of doors	2
Passenger space	5780 litres (1,527 gallons)
Steering, brakes and tires
Front brakes	Drums
Rear brakes	Drums
Dimensions and weight
Weight	2286 kg (5,039.8 pounds)
Overall length	5250 mm (206.7 inches)
Overall width	1910 mm (75.2 inches)
Overall height	1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Ground clearance	210 mm (8.3 inches)
Wheelbase	3300 mm (129.9 inches)
Fuel capacity	120.0 litres (31.70 gallons)
Other specifications
Country of origin	Germany