Mercedes-Benz 500 SL

General information
Model	Mercedes-Benz 500 SL
Year	1980
Category	Cabriolets/sport cars
Rating	59.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Engine size	4972 ccm (303.39 cubic inches)
Fuel type	Gasoline
Seats	2
Drive	Rear wheels
Transmission	Automatic, 4-speed
Engine and transmission
Engine location	Front, longitudinal
Displacement	4972 ccm (303.39 cubic inches)
Engine type	V8
Max power	245.00 PS (180 kW or 242 HP) at 4750 Rev. per min.
Max torque	401.00 Nm (40.9 kgf-m or 295.8 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Compression	8.8:1
Bore x stroke	96.5 x 85.0 mm (3.8 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel system	Injection
Valves per cylinder	2
Cooling system	Liquid
Gearbox	Automatic, 4-speed
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	220.0 km/h (136.7 mph)
0-60 miles	7.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio	0.1591 PS/kg
Exterior and interior
Chassis type	Cabriolet
Max no. of doors	2
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)