Mercedes-Benz Typ 190 SL Roadster (W121) 190
Mercedes-Benz Typ 190 SL Roadster (W121) · 1955 - 1963 · Petrol
The Mercedes-Benz Typ 190 SL Roadster (W121) 190 produces 105 hp and 145 Nm. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 14.5 seconds and reaches 180 km/h. Stated combined consumption is 8.6 l/100 km, equal to 204 g CO2 per km.
- Power
- 105 hp
- Torque
- 145 Nm
- 0–100
- 14.5 s
- Top speed
- 180 km/h
Engine
| Power | 105 hp |
|---|---|
| Power (kW) | 77 kW |
| Torque | 145 Nm |
| Displacement | 1,897 cc |
| Cylinders | L4 |
| Fuel system | Carburetors |
| Fuel | Petrol |
Performance
| Top speed | 180 km/h |
|---|---|
| Acceleration 0–100 km/h | 14.5 s |
Fuel economy and emissions
| Combined consumption | 8.6 l/100 km |
|---|---|
| CO2 emissions | 204 g/km |
Transmission
| Gearbox | Manual, 4 Speed |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive |
Dimensions and weight
| Length | 4,290 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,321 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,400 mm |
| Ground clearance | 185 mm |
| Unladen weight | 1,140 kg |
| Gross weight limit | 1,400 kg |
| Tyre size | 6.40-13 |
| Front brakes | Drums |
| Rear brakes | Drums |
How this trim compares to other cars
The Mercedes-Benz Typ 190 SL Roadster (W121) 190 compared with 124 trims of other cars from the 1952–1958 period.
| Measure | This trim | Average | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 105 hp | 144 hp |
better than 37%
|
| Torque | 145 Nm | 222 Nm |
better than 32%
|
| Top speed | 180 km/h | 165 km/h |
better than 64%
|
| Acceleration 0–100 km/h | 14.5 s | 15.5 s |
better than 47%
|
| Combined consumption | 8.6 l/100 km | 12.6 l/100 km |
better than 79%
|
| Unladen weight | 1,140 kg | 1,289 kg |
better than 72%
|
Percentages show the share of trims from the same period this model beats on that measure. Manufacturer figures.
Not stated by the manufacturer: cargo volume. Those measures are left out of the comparison.