The Cabriolet version of the SL Class model has a 4520 cc (275.8 ci) 16 valve V 8 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.
This particular Mercedes SL Class 450SL V8 R107 has a 3 speed / Auto gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.
The SL Class's 4520 cc (275.8 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 214 bhp (159 kW) @ 5000 rpm.
The Mercedes SL Class produces torque measuring 266 lb-ft (360.6 Nm) @ 3250 rpm.
The SL Class weighs around 1580 kg (3483 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 135.4 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 168.3 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The Mercedes SL Class 450SL V8 R107 - [1975] has a top speed of 130 mph (209.2 kph)
This SL Class accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 9.00 seconds or 0-100kph in 9.3s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 14.75 seconds with a trap speed of 85.0 mph.
Caterham 7 CSR 260
Engine: Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 2261cc 16v St4
Top Speed: 155 mph
0-60mph: 3.90 seconds
Abarth 695 Biposto 1.4 Turbo
Engine: Turbo Petrol | 1368cc 16v St4
Top Speed: 230.1 kph
0-100kph: 5.9 seconds