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Comparison Mercedes-Benz S-class SEL (V126) 500 SEL V8 (240 Hp) Automatic


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Mercedes-Benz S-class SEL (V126) 500 SEL V8 (240 Hp) Automatic
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Brand: Mercedes-Benz
Model: S-class
Generation: S-class SEL (V126)
Engine / modification: 500 SEL V8 (240 Hp) Automatic
Production start: 1979 year
Production end: 1981 year
Coupe type: Sedan
Num. of Doors: 4
Num. of seats: 5
Fuel consumption / economy - urban: 21.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: 11.3 l/100 km
Fuel Type: Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel tank volume: 90 l
Power: 240 hp
Max power in: 4750 rpm.
Maximum speed: 225 km/h
Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: 8.1 sec
Torque: 404 Nm @ 3200 rpm.
Model Engine: M 117 E 50 / 117.961
Engine position: Front, longitudinal
Engine displacement: 4973 cm3
Engine oil capacity: 9 l
Coolant: 13.5 l
Valvetrain: SOHC
Number of cylinders: 8
Number of valves per cylinder: 2
Compression ratio: 8.8
Piston Stroke: 85 mm
Cylinder Bore: 96.5 mm
Wheel Drive: Rear wheel drive
Number of Gears (automatic transmission): 4
Length: 5135 mm
Width: 1820 mm
Height: 1440 mm
Wheelbase: 3070 mm
Front track: 1545 mm
Rear (Back) track: 1517 mm
Front suspension: Double wishbone
Rear suspension: Threaded twist beam
Max weight: 2175 kg
Front brakes: Ventilated discs
Rear brakes: Disc
Kerb Weight: 1655 kg
Steering type: Cone worm with recirculation balls
Power steering: Hydraulic Steering
Tire size: Front wheel tires: 205/70 R14
Wheel rims size: Front wheel rims: 6.5J x 14