Mercedes-Benz 500 SLC 1980 specs
General information
| Model: | Mercedes-Benz 500 SLC |
| Year: | 1980 |
| Category: | Large/luxury cars |
| Manufacturer: | Mercedes-Benz |
| Seats: | 4 |
Engine and transmission
| Valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Engine type: | V8 |
| Engine location: | Front, longitudinal |
| Displacement: | 4972 ccm |
| Max power: | 240.3 PS (177 kW) at 5000 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque: | 402 Nm at 3200 Rev. per min. |
| Compression: | 8.8:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 96.5 x 85 mm (3.8 x 3.3 inches) |
| Fuel system: | Injection |
| Lubrication system: | Wet sump |
| Cooling system: | Liquid |
| Gearbox: | Automatic, 4-speed |
Main features, safety and ecconomy
| Drive: | Rear wheels |
Speed and acceleration
| Top speed: | 225 km/h (139.8 mph) |
| 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): | 7.8 seconds |
| Power/weight ratio: | 0.1586 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior
| Chassis type: | Coupe |
| Max no. of doors: | 2 |
Steering, brakes and tires
| Front tire dimensions: | 200/70-VR14 |
| Turn circle: | 12 m (472.4 inches) |
Dimensions and weight
| Weight: | 1515 kg (3340 pounds) |
| Overall length: | 4760 mm (187.4 inches) |
| Overall width: | 1800 mm (70.9 inches) |
| Overall height: | 1340 mm (52.8 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 2820 mm (111 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 90 litres (23.78 gallons) |






















