Mercedes-Benz SL class I (R121) · Roadster · 1955–1963

Mercedes-Benz SL class 190 1.9 MT 105 HP

GasolineManual, 4 gearsRear drive
Power
105 hp · 77 kW
Torque
142 Nm
0–100 km/h
14.5 s
Top speed
171 km/h
Fuel consumption
12.5 l/100 km
On a full tank
~520 km

Consumption and performance

manufacturer data
Top speed
171 km/h
Acceleration 0–100 km/h
14.5 s
Fuel tank
65 l

Engine

M121 · 1,897 cm³
Engine type
Gasoline
Engine code
M121
Displacement
1,897 cm³
Max power
77 kW / 105 hp
Torque
142 Nm at 3200 rpm
Fuel system
Carburetor
Turbo
No
Engine position
In front
Cylinders
4
Valves per cylinder
2
Valvetrain
OHC
Bore
85 mm
Stroke
83.6 mm
Compression ratio
8.5

Transmission

Drive
Rear
Gearbox
Manual
Gears
4

Dimensions and capacity

Body code R121 · class S
Body type
Roadster
Doors
2
Seats
2
Length
4,290 mm
Width
1,740 mm
Height
1,320 mm
Wheelbase
2,400 mm
Front track
1,430 mm
Rear track
1,475 mm
Ground clearance
155 mm
Kerb weight
1,160 kg
Max weight
1,400 kg

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Front brakes
Drums
Rear brakes
Drums
Front suspension
Independent, coil spring
Rear suspension
Independent, coil spring