Mercedes-Benz 500 SL

General information
Model	Mercedes-Benz 500 SL
Year	1989
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	4973 ccm (303.45 cubic inches)
Seats	2
Drive	Rear wheels
Transmission	Automatic, 4-speed
Engine and transmission
Engine location	Front, longitudinal
Displacement	4973 ccm (303.45 cubic inches)
Engine type	V8
Max power	326.50 PS (240 kW or 322 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque	450.00 Nm (45.9 kgf-m or 331.9 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression	10.0:1
Bore x stroke	96.5 x 85.0 mm (3.8 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel system	Injection
Cooling system	Liquid
Gearbox	Automatic, 4-speed
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	249.0 km/h (154.7 mph)
0-50 miles	4.7 seconds
0-60 miles	6.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio	0.1728 PS/kg
Exterior and interior
Chassis type	Cabriolet
Max no. of doors	2
Passenger space	4540 litres (1,199 gallons)
Steering, brakes and tires
Front brakes	Ventilated disks
Rear brakes	Disks
Brake details	Antiblocking system (ABS)
Dimensions and weight
Weight	1890 kg (4,166.7 pounds)
Overall length	4480 mm (176.4 inches)
Overall width	1820 mm (71.7 inches)
Overall height	1310 mm (51.6 inches)
Wheelbase	2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity	80.0 litres (21.14 gallons)