Mercedes-Benz 380 SL

General information
Model	Mercedes-Benz 380 SL
Year	1980
Category	Cabriolets/sport cars
Rating	64.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Engine size	3818 ccm (232.97 cubic inches)
Seats	2
Drive	Rear wheels
Transmission	Automatic, 4-speed
Engine and transmission
Engine location	Front
Displacement	3818 ccm (232.97 cubic inches)
Engine type	V8
Max power	221.7 PS (163 kW or 219 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque	305.00 Nm (31.1 kgf-m or 225.0 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression	9.0:1
Bore x stroke	92.0 x 71.8 mm (3.6 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel system	Injection
Cooling system	Liquid
Gearbox	Automatic, 4-speed
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	204.0 km/h (126.8 mph)
0-60 miles	9.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio	0.1442 PS/kg
Exterior and interior
Chassis type	Cabriolet
Max no. of doors	2
Passenger space	4220 litres (1,115 gallons)
Steering, brakes and tires
Front brakes	Disks
Rear brakes	Disks
Dimensions and weight
Weight	1540 kg (3,395.1 pounds)
Overall length	4400 mm (173.2 inches)
Overall width	1800 mm (70.9 inches)
Overall height	1310 mm (51.6 inches)
Wheelbase	2470 mm (97.2 inches)
Fuel capacity	90.0 litres (23.78 gallons)