Mercedes-Benz W108 280 S (140 Hp) 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972
Mercedes-Benz W108 280 S (140 Hp) 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972

General information

Name

Mercedes-Benz W108 280 S (140 Hp) 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972

Model
Generation
Year of production

1967

Number of seats

5

Number of doors

4

Body type
Powertrain architecture
Engine Modification

280 S (140 Hp)

Power

140 Hp @ 5200 rpm.

Torque (Nm)

224 Nm @ 3600 rpm.

Electrical System

Performance specs

Fuel consumption economy combined (l/100 km)

12.3 l/100 km

Acceleration 0-100 km/h

12.5 sec

Maximum speed (km/h)

185 km/h

Engine specs

Engine #1

Power
140 Hp @ 5200 rpm.
Power per litre
50.4 Hp/l
Torque
224 Nm @ 3600 rpm.
Engine displacement
2778 cm3
Number of cylinders
6
Position of cylinders
Inline
Cylinder bore
86.51 mm
Piston stroke
78.8 mm
Compression ratio
9
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Fuel system
Carburettor
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Valve train
SOHC

Space volume and weights

Curb weight (kg)

1470 kg

Max weight (kg)

1970 kg

Fuel tank capacity (l)

82 l

Dimensions

Length (mm)

4900 mm

Width (mm)

1810 mm

Height (mm)

1440 mm

Wheelbase (mm)

2750 mm

Front track (mm)

1482 mm

Rear track (mm)

1485 mm

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

manual

Front suspension system

Double wishbone

Rear suspension system

Hydro-pneumatic element, Trailing arm

Front brakes

Disc

Rear brakes

Disc

Wheel rims size

6J x 14

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