The Cabriolet version of the SL Class model has a 5547 cc (338.4 ci) 16 valve V 8 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.
This particular Mercedes SL Class 560SL V8 R107 has a 4 speed / Auto gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.
The SL Class's 5547 cc (338.4 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 227 bhp (169 kW) @ 4750 rpm.
The Mercedes SL Class produces torque measuring 275 lb-ft (372.8 Nm) @ 3250 rpm.
The SL Class weighs around 1619 kg (3569 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 140.2 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 169.8 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The Mercedes SL Class 560SL V8 R107 - [1986] has a top speed of 149 mph (239.7 kph)
This SL Class accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 6.60 seconds or 0-100kph in 6.8s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 14.69 seconds with a trap speed of 86.0 mph.
Ford Fiesta ST 1.5 Turbo 5 door
Engine: Turbo Petrol | 1497cc 12v St3
Top Speed: 144 mph
0-60mph: 6.30 seconds
Hudson Hornet 308 5L
Engine: Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 5047cc 12v St6
Top Speed: 170.5 kph
0-100kph: 12.6 seconds