Mercedes-Benz 300 SC Roadster 1956 specs
General information
| Model: | Mercedes-Benz 300 SC Roadster |
| Year: | 1956 |
| Category: | Sport cars |
| Manufacturer: | Mercedes-Benz |
| Seats: | 4 |
Engine and transmission
| Valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Engine type: | Inline, 6 cylinder |
| Engine location: | Front, longitudinal |
| Displacement: | 2996 ccm |
| Max power: | 174.4 PS (129 kW) at 5400 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque: | 255 Nm at 4300 Rev. per min. |
| Compression: | 8.6:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 85.1 x 88 mm (3.4 x 3.5 inches) |
| Fuel system: | Injection |
| Lubrication system: | Wet sump |
| Cooling system: | Liquid |
| Gearbox: | Manual, 4-speed |
Main features, safety and ecconomy
| Drive: | Rear wheels |
Speed and acceleration
| 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): | 14 seconds |
| Power/weight ratio: | 0.098 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior
| Chassis type: | Cabriolet |
| Max no. of doors: | 2 |
| Passenger space: | 5780 litres (1527 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires
| Front brakes: | Drums, 260 mm |
| Rear brakes: | Drums, 260 mm |
| Brake details: | Antiblocking system |
| Turn circle: | 12 m (472.4 inches) |
Dimensions and weight
| Weight: | 1780 kg (3924.2 pounds) |
| Overall length: | 4710 mm (185.4 inches) |
| Overall width: | 1920 mm (75.6 inches) |
| Overall height: | 1520 mm (59.8 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 2910 mm (114.6 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 85 litres (22.45 gallons) |
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