Mercedes-Benz

SL 300 SL (215 Hp)

300 SL (215 Hp) · 1958 · Petrol (Gasoline)

Basic Information

Brand Mercedes-Benz
Model SL
Generation Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W198 II) Hardtop
Variant 300 SL (215 Hp)
Year 1958

General Information

Production Start October, 1958 year
Production End February, 1963 year
Powertrain Architecture Internal Combustion engine
Body Type Roadster
Seats 2
Doors 2

Performance

Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h 10 sec
Acceleration 0-62 mph 9,5 sec
Maximum Speed 250 km/h
Fuel Consumption (Combined) 12 L/100km
Weight-to-Power Ratio 6,4 kg/hp
Weight-to-Torque Ratio 5

Engine

Engine Power 215 HP
Engine Model/Code M 198.980, M 198.982
Displacement 2996 cm³
Cylinders 6
Engine Configuration Inline
Cylinder Bore 85 mm
Piston Stroke 88 mm
Compression Ratio 8.55:1
Valves per Cylinder 2
Aspiration Naturally aspirated engine
Fuel Injection Direct injection
Valvetrain SOHC

Space & Weight

Kerb Weight 1370 kg
Max Weight 1560 kg
Max Load 190 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L

Dimensions

Length 4570 mm
Width 1790 mm
Height 1300 mm

Drivetrain & Chassis

Drive Wheel Rear wheel drive
Gearbox 4 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension Coil spring, Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer
Rear Suspension Independent coil spring
Front Brakes Drum
Tire Size 165/90 R15
Wheel Size 5.5J x 15