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Mercedes-Benz 450 SLC 1977

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz 450 SLC
Year1977
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating63.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5025 ccm (306.63 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5025 ccm (306.63 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power241 PS (177 kW or 238 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque402.00 Nm (41.0 kgf-m or 296.5 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Compression8.8:1
Bore x stroke97.0 x 85.0 mm (3.8 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed225.0 km/h (139.8 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1593 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (452.8 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 278 mm
Rear brakesDisks, 279 mm

Dimensions and weight

Weight1515 kg (3,340.0 pounds)
Overall length4760 mm (187.4 inches)
Overall width1800 mm (70.9 inches)
Overall height1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2820 mm (111.0 inches)
Fuel capacity90.0 litres (23.78 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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