The Coupe version of the SL Class model has a 2996 cc (182.8 ci) 12 valve Straight 6 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.
This particular Mercedes SL Class 300SL Gullwing W198 has a 4 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.
The SL Class's 2996 cc (182.8 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 212 bhp (158 kW) @ 5800 rpm.
The Mercedes SL Class produces torque measuring 203 lb-ft (275.2 Nm) @ 4600 rpm.
The SL Class weighs around 1293 kg (2850 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 163.9 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 156.9 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The Mercedes SL Class 300SL Gullwing W198 - [1955] has a top speed of 135 mph (217.2 kph)
This SL Class accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 8.80 seconds or 0-100kph in 9.1s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 14.4 seconds with a trap speed of 91.4 mph.
Mercedes G Class 65 AMG
Engine: Twin Turbo Petrol | 5980cc 36v V12
Top Speed: 143 mph
0-60mph: 5.10 seconds
Alfa-Romeo 1900C 1.9L Coupe
Engine: Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 1884cc 8v St4
Top Speed: 170.5 kph
0-100kph: 12.4 seconds