Mercedes-Benz S-class (W126) 560 SEL (279 Hp) 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W126) 560 SEL (279 Hp) 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991

General information

Name

Mercedes-Benz S-class (W126) 560 SEL (279 Hp) 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991

Model
Generation
Year of production

1985

Number of seats

5

Number of doors

4

Body type
Powertrain architecture
Engine Modification

560 SEL (279 Hp)

Power

279 Hp @ 5200 rpm.

Torque (Nm)

430 Nm @ 3750 rpm.

Electrical System

Performance specs

Acceleration 0-100 km/h

8.6 sec

Engine specs

Engine #1

Engine code
W126.039
Power
279 Hp @ 5200 rpm.
Power per litre
50.3 Hp/l
Torque
430 Nm @ 3750 rpm.
Engine displacement
5547 cm3
Number of cylinders
8
Position of cylinders
V-engine
Cylinder bore
96.5 mm
Piston stroke
94.8 mm
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Fuel system
Multi-point indirect injection
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Valve train
OHC

Space volume and weights

Dimensions

Length (mm)

5286 mm

Width (mm)

1820 mm

Height (mm)

1440 mm

Wheelbase (mm)

3075 mm

Drivetrain brakes and suspension specs

Drivetrain architecture

The ICE drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.

Drive wheel

Rear wheel drive

Transmission type

manual

Technology and Operation