Mercedes-Benz 450 SLC 1973

General information
Model	Mercedes-Benz 450 SLC
Year	1973
Category	Large/luxury cars
Rating	51 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Engine size	4519 ccm (275.75 cubic inches)
Seats	4
Drive	Rear wheels
Transmission	Automatic, 3-speed
Engine and transmission
Engine location	Front, longitudinal
Displacement	4519 ccm (275.75 cubic inches)
Engine type	V8
Max power	228.10 PS (168 kW or 225 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque	378.00 Nm (38.5 kgf-m or 278.8 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression	8.8:1
Bore x stroke	92.0 x 85.0 mm (3.6 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel system	Injection
Valves per cylinder	2
Cooling system	Liquid
Gearbox	Automatic, 3-speed
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	215.0 km/h (133.6 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)	8.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio	0.1395 PS/kg
Exterior and interior
Chassis type	Coupe
Max no. of doors	2
Steering, brakes and tires
Turn circle	12 m (472.4 inches)
Dimensions and weight
Weight	1635 kg (3,604.6 pounds)
Overall length	4760 mm (187.4 inches)
Overall width	1800 mm (70.9 inches)
Overall height	1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Wheelbase	2820 mm (111.0 inches)
Fuel capacity	90.0 litres (23.78 gallons)