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Mercedes-Benz 560 SL Automatic

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz 560 SL Automatic
Year1986
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5547 ccm (338.48 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5547 ccm (338.48 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power143.7 PS (106 kW or 142 HP) at 4750 Rev. per min.
Max torque454.00 Nm (46.3 kgf-m or 334.9 ft.lbs) at 3250 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke96.5 x 94.8 mm (3.8 x 3.7 inches)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed240.0 km/h (149.1 mph)
0-60 miles6.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0889 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4870 litres (1,287 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1619 kg (3,569.3 pounds)
Overall length4590 mm (180.7 inches)
Overall width1800 mm (70.9 inches)
Overall height1300 mm (51.2 inches)
Wheelbase2460 mm (96.9 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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