Mercedes-Benz S-class 380 SE V8 • 218 HP • Automatic
Sedan4-speed automaticRear Wheel Drive1979-1985
218 HP
Power
9.3 sec
0-100 km/h
215 km/h
Top Speed
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Type
Basic Information
Body TypeSedan
Doors4
Seats5
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
PowertrainInternal Combustion Engine
Performance
0-100 km/h9.3 sec
0-60 mph8.8 sec
Top Speed215 km/h
Powertrain
Power218 HP @ 5500 rpm
Torque305 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Engine
Displacement3818 cc
Engine CodeM 116 E 38 / 116.961
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Cylinders8
ConfigurationV-engine
CompressionCompression Ratio9:1
AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
Valves/CylValves per Cylinder2
BoreCylinder Bore92 mm
StrokePiston Stroke71.8 mm
ValvetrainSOHC
Fuel InjectionMulti-port manifold injection
Oil Capacity9 L
Coolant Cap.Coolant Capacity12.5 L
Suspension & Chassis
Suspension
Front Susp.Front SuspensionDouble wishbone
Rear Susp.Rear SuspensionTrailing arm
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
Length4995 mm
Width1820 mm
Height1436 mm
Wheelbase2930 mm
Front Track1545 mm
Rear Track1517 mm
Weight & Capacity
Curb Weight1595 kg
Max Weight2115 kg
TrunkTrunk Capacity505 L
Fuel Consumption & Emissions
Consumption
City18.8 L/100km
Highway11.1 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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