Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W198 II) 300 SL (215 Hp) Specs

Mercedes-Benz LogoMercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W198 II) 300 SL (215 Hp) has been in production since 1957 - 1963. Cars comes in Roadster body types and can be suited with Petrol (Gasoline) engine types with a volume of 3L liters, engines produces a power of 215 Hp. Fuel consumption of Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W198 II) 300 SL (215 Hp) is 12.5 l/100 km. The overall dimensions of the car are 4570x1790x1300 mm, and the weight is from 1330 kg.

Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W198 II) 300 SL (215 Hp) 1957 - 1963
Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W198 II) 300 SL (215 Hp) 1957 - 1963
Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W198 II) 300 SL (215 Hp) 1957 - 1963
Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W198 II) 300 SL (215 Hp) 1957 - 1963
Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W198 II) 300 SL (215 Hp) 1957 - 1963
Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W198 II) 300 SL (215 Hp) 1957 - 1963
Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W198 II) 300 SL (215 Hp) 1957 - 1963
Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W198 II) 300 SL (215 Hp) 1957 - 1963
Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster (W198 II) 300 SL (215 Hp) 1957 - 1963


General data

GenerationSL Roadster (W198 II)
Modification300 SL (215 Hp)
Start of productionMay, 1957 year
End of productionFebruary, 1963 year
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Body typeRoadster
Seats2
Doors2
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
ModelM 198 I/198.980, M 198 III/198.982

Fuel consumption (economy), emissions

Fuel consumption - combined12.5 l/100 km

Performance specs

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (0 - 62 mph)10 sec
Maximum speed250 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio6.2 kg/Hp, 161.7 Hp/tonne

Engine technical data

Power215 Hp @ 5800 rpm.
Power per litre71.8 Hp/l
Torque275 Nm @ 4600 rpm.
Engine locationFront, Longitudinal
Engine displacement2996 cm3
Number of cylinders6
Position of cylindersInline
Cylinder Bore85 mm
Piston Stroke88 mm
Compression ratio8.55
Number of valves per cylinder2
Fuel SystemDirect injection
Engine aspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Engine oil capacity11 l
Coolant15.5 l

Suspension and brakes specs

Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of Gears (manual transmission)4
Front suspensionDouble wishbone, Transverse stabilizer
Rear suspensionHelical spring
Front brakesDrum
Rear brakesDrum
Steering typeCone worm with recirculation balls
Tires size165/90 R 15
Wheel rims size5.5 K x 15

Dimensions

Length4570 mm
Width1790 mm
Height1300 mm
Wheelbase2400 mm
Front track1398 mm
Rear (Back) track1448 mm
Ride height130 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)11.5 m

Weights, volume and space

Kerb Weight1330 kg
Max. weight1660 kg
Max load330 kg
Fuel tank capacity100 l