Mercedes-Benz S-class SEL (V116) 450 SEL 6.9 (286 Hp) Automatic 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980
Mercedes-Benz S-class SEL (V116) 450 SEL 6.9 (286 Hp) Automatic 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980

General information

Name

Mercedes-Benz S-class SEL (V116) 450 SEL 6.9 (286 Hp) Automatic 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980

Model
Year of production

1975

Number of seats

5

Number of doors

4

Body type
Powertrain architecture
Engine Modification

450 SEL 6.9 (286 Hp) Automatic

Power

286 Hp @ 4250 rpm.

Torque (Nm)

550 Nm @ 3000 rpm.

Electrical System

Performance specs

Fuel consumption economy combined (l/100 km)

16 l/100 km

Acceleration 0-100 km/h

7.4 sec

Maximum speed (km/h)

225 km/h

Engine specs

Engine #1

Power
286 Hp @ 4250 rpm.
Power per litre
41.8 Hp/l
Torque
550 Nm @ 3000 rpm.
Engine displacement
6834 cm3
Number of cylinders
8
Position of cylinders
V-engine
Cylinder bore
107 mm
Piston stroke
95 mm
Compression ratio
8.8
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Valve train
SOHC

Space volume and weights

Curb weight (kg)

1935 kg

Max weight (kg)

2420 kg

Fuel tank capacity (l)

96 l

Trunk boot space minimum (l)

530 l

Dimensions

Length (mm)

5060 mm

Width (mm)

1870 mm

Height (mm)

1410 mm

Wheelbase (mm)

2960 mm

Front track (mm)

1521 mm

Rear track (mm)

1505 mm

Minimum turning circle turning diameter (mm)

12.10 m

Drivetrain brakes and suspension specs

Drivetrain architecture

The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.

Drive wheel

Rear wheel drive

Transmission type

automatic

Front suspension system

Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer

Rear suspension system

Hydro-pneumatic element, Threaded twist beam

Front brakes

Ventilated discs

Rear brakes

Disc

Power steering

Hydraulic Steering

Front tires size

215/70 VR 14

Rear tires size

215/70 VR 14

Wheel rims size

6.5 J x 14 H 2

Technology and Operation