Mercedes-Benz S-class 500 SEC V8 • 231 HP • Automatic
Coupe4-speed automaticRear Wheel Drive1980-1985
231 HP
Power
8.1 sec
0-100 km/h
225 km/h
Top Speed
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Type
Basic Information
Body TypeCoupe
Doors2
Seats4
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
PowertrainInternal Combustion Engine
Performance
0-100 km/h8.1 sec
0-60 mph7.7 sec
Top Speed225 km/h
Powertrain
Power231 HP @ 4750 rpm
Torque405 Nm @ 3000 rpm
Engine
Displacement4973 cc
Engine CodeM 117 E 50 / 117.963
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Cylinders8
ConfigurationV-engine
CompressionCompression Ratio9.2:1
AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
Valves/CylValves per Cylinder2
BoreCylinder Bore96.5 mm
StrokePiston Stroke85 mm
ValvetrainSOHC
Fuel InjectionMulti-port manifold injection
Oil Capacity9 L
Coolant Cap.Coolant Capacity13.5 L
Suspension & Chassis
Suspension
Front Susp.Front SuspensionDouble wishbone
Rear Susp.Rear SuspensionThreaded twist beam
Brakes
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDisc
Steering & Wheels
SteeringSteering TypeRecirculating ball
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
TiresTires SizeFront wheel tires: 205/70 R14, Rear wheel tires: 205/70 R14
Wheel RimsFront wheel rims: 6.5J x 14, Rear wheel rims: 6.5J x 14
Dimensions & Weight
Dimensions
Length4910 mm
Width1828 mm
Height1406 mm
Wheelbase2845 mm
Front Track1545 mm
Rear Track1517 mm
Weight & Capacity
Curb Weight1610 kg
Max Weight2130 kg
Fuel Consumption & Emissions
Consumption
City15.2 L/100km
Highway9.1 L/100km
Emissions
Fuel Tank & Alternatives
Fuel Tank90 L
Transmission & Drivetrain
TypeTransmission Type4-speed automatic
Gears4
Drive Config.Drive ConfigurationRear Wheel Drive
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