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Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz 560 SEL
Year1986
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5547 ccm (338.48 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5547 ccm (338.48 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power299.10 PS (220 kW or 295 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque463.00 Nm (47.2 kgf-m or 341.5 ft.lbs) at 3750 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke96.5 x 94.8 mm (3.8 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed237.0 km/h (147.3 mph)
0-50 miles5.5 seconds
0-60 miles7.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1680 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4220 litres (1,115 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1780 kg (3,924.2 pounds)
Overall length5170 mm (203.5 inches)
Overall width2010 mm (79.1 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase3080 mm (121.3 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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