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Mercedes-Benz 300 SC Roadster
General information |
Model | Mercedes-Benz 300 SC Roadster |
Year | 1956 |
Category | Cabriolets/sport cars |
Rating | 55.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy |
Engine size | 2996 ccm (182.82 cubic inches) |
Seats | 4 |
Drive | Rear wheels |
Transmission | Manual, 4-speed |
Engine and transmission |
Engine location | Front, longitudinal |
Displacement | 2996 ccm (182.82 cubic inches) |
Engine type | Inline, 6 cylinder |
Max power | 174.40 PS (128 kW or 172 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min. |
Max torque | 255.00 Nm (26.0 kgf-m or 188.1 ft.lbs) at 4300 Rev. per min. |
Compression | 8.6:1 |
Bore x stroke | 85.1 x 88.0 mm (3.4 x 3.5 inches) |
Fuel system | Injection |
Valves per cylinder | 2 |
Lubrication system | Wet sump |
Cooling system | Liquid |
Gearbox | Manual, 4-speed |
Speed and acceleration |
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) | 14.0 seconds |
Power/weight ratio | 0.0980 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior |
Chassis type | Cabriolet |
Max no. of doors | 2 |
Passenger space | 5780 litres (1,527 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires |
Turn circle | 12 m (484.3 inches) |
Front brakes | Drums, 260 mm |
Rear brakes | Drums, 260 mm |
Brake details | Antiblocking system (ABS) |
Dimensions and weight |
Weight | 1780 kg (3,924.2 pounds) |
Overall length | 4710 mm (185.4 inches) |
Overall width | 1920 mm (75.6 inches) |
Overall height | 1520 mm (59.8 inches) |
Wheelbase | 2910 mm (114.6 inches) |
Fuel capacity | 85.0 litres (22.46 gallons) |
Other specifications |
Country of origin | Germany |