Mercedes-Benz 500 SL 1985 specs
General information
| Model: | Mercedes-Benz 500 SL |
| Year: | 1985 |
| Category: | Sport cars |
| Manufacturer: | Mercedes-Benz |
| Seats: | 2 |
Engine and transmission
| Engine type: | V8 |
| Engine location: | Front, longitudinal |
| Displacement: | 4973 ccm |
| Max power: | 248.4 PS (183 kW) at 4750 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque: | 399 Nm at 2750 Rev. per min. |
| Compression: | 10:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 96.5 x 85 mm (3.8 x 3.3 inches) |
| Fuel system: | Injection |
| Cooling system: | Liquid |
Main features, safety and ecconomy
| Drive: | Rear wheels |
Speed and acceleration
| Top speed: | 216 km/h (134.2 mph) |
| Power/weight ratio: | 0.1545 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior
| Chassis type: | Cabriolet |
| Max no. of doors: | 2 |
Dimensions and weight
| Weight: | 1608 kg (3545 pounds) |
| Overall length: | 4400 mm (173.2 inches) |
| Overall width: | 1800 mm (70.9 inches) |
| Overall height: | 1300 mm (51.2 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 2460 mm (96.9 inches) |






















