Mercedes-Benz SL 55 AMG 2001 specs
General information
| Model: | Mercedes-Benz SL 55 AMG |
| Year: | 2001 |
| Category: | Sport cars |
| Manufacturer: | Mercedes-Benz |
| Seats: | 2 |
Engine and transmission
| Valves per cylinder: | 3 |
| Engine type: | V8 |
| Engine location: | Front, longitudinal |
| Displacement: | 5437 ccm |
| Max power: | 475.5 PS (350 kW) at 6100 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque: | 700 Nm at 2650 Rev. per min. |
| Compression: | 9:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 97 x 92 mm (3.8 x 3.6 inches) |
| Fuel system: | Injection |
| Cooling system: | Liquid |
| Gearbox: | Automatic, 5-speed |
Main features, safety and ecconomy
| Drive: | Rear wheels |
Speed and acceleration
| Top speed: | 250 km/h (155.3 mph) |
| 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): | 4.7 seconds |
| Power/weight ratio: | 0.2432 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior
| Chassis type: | Cabriolet |
| Max no. of doors: | 2 |
| Passenger space: | 4540 litres (1200 gallons) |
| Cargo space: | 317 litres (84 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires
| Brake details: | Antiblocking system |
| Front tire dimensions: | 205/55-R16 |
| Rear tire dimensions: | 285/35-R18 |
| Turn circle: | 11 m (433.1 inches) |
Dimensions and weight
| Weight: | 1955 kg (4310 pounds) |
| Overall length: | 4540 mm (178.7 inches) |
| Overall width: | 1820 mm (71.7 inches) |
| Overall height: | 1300 mm (51.2 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 2570 mm (101.2 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 80 litres (21.13 gallons) |






















