Mercedes-Benz 280 SL

General information
Model	Mercedes-Benz 280 SL
Year	1973
Category	Cabriolets/sport cars
Rating	63.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Engine size	2778 ccm (169.51 cubic inches)
Seats	2
Drive	Rear wheels
Transmission	Manual, 4-speed
Engine and transmission
Engine location	Front, longitudinal
Displacement	2778 ccm (169.51 cubic inches)
Engine type	Inline, 6 cylinder
Max power	172.40 PS (127 kW or 170 HP) at 5750 Rev. per min.
Max torque	240.00 Nm (24.5 kgf-m or 177.0 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Compression	9.5:1
Bore x stroke	86.5 x 78.8 mm (3.4 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel system	Injection
Cooling system	Liquid
Gearbox	Manual, 4-speed
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)
Power/weight ratio	0.1331 PS/kg
Exterior and interior
Chassis type	Cabriolet
Max no. of doors	2
Steering, brakes and tires
Turn circle	10 m (397.6 inches)
Front brakes	Disks
Rear brakes	Disks
Dimensions and weight
Weight	1295 kg (2,855.0 pounds)
Overall length	4310 mm (169.7 inches)
Overall width	1770 mm (69.7 inches)
Overall height	1320 mm (52.0 inches)
Ground clearance	180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase	2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity	64.0 litres (16.91 gallons)
Other specifications
Country of origin	Germany