Mercedes Benz 220SE (128) Technical Specifications

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Mercedes 220SE
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  • Years of Manufacture: 1958 - 1960
  • Number Built:
    • 220SE Sedan: 1,974
    • 220SE Convertible and Coupe: 1,942
  • Price at Introduction:
    • 220SE 4 Door Sedan: DM 14,400
    • 220SE 2 Door Convertible: DM 23,400 (after August 1959 DM 23,200)
    • 220SE 2 Door Hardtop Coupe: DM 23,400 (after August 1959 DM 23,200)
    • Hydrak Transmission: DM 450
  • Date of Introduction:
    • April, 1958
  • Chassis/Body:
    • Unit frame and body
  • Exterior Dimensions (Sedan):
    • Total Length: 187.0 inches (4750mm)
    • Total Width: 68.5 inches (1740mm)
    • Height at Kerb Weight Sedan: 61.4 inches (1560mm)
    • Wheelbase: 111.0 inches (2820mm)
  • Exterior Dimensions (Convertible and Coupe):
    • Total Length: 183.9 inches (4670mm)
    • Total Width: 69.5 inches (1765mm)
    • Height at Kerb Weight Sedan: 60.2 inches (1530mm)
    • Wheelbase: 106.3 inches (2700mm)
  • Track:
    • Front Track: 56.2 inches (1430mm)
    • Rear Track: 57.9 inches (1470mm)
  • Kerb Weight:
    • Sedan: 3014lb (1370kg)
    • Coupe: 3146lb (1430kg)
    • Convertible: 3234lb (1470kg)
  • Fuel Tank:
    • 16.4 gallons (62.0 liters)

Hydrak Transmission
Hydrak Transmission...
  • Turning Circle:
    • Sedan: 38.0 ft (11.7 metres)
    • Coupe and Convertible: 37.0 ft (11.4 metres)
  • Instruments:
    • Speedometer
    • Petrol gauge
    • Temp warning lamp
    • Oil warning lamp
  • Transmission (excluding USA):
    • 1st: 3.52:1
    • 2nd: 2.32:1
    • 3rd: 1.52:1
    • 4th: 1.00:1
  • Transmission (USA Only):
    • 1st: 3.65:1
    • 2nd: 2.36:1
    • 3rd: 1.53:1
    • 4th: 1.00:1
  • Clutch:
    • Single cushion disc, dry plate clutch
  • Rear Axle Ratio:
    • 4.10:1
  • Engine Speed at 100 km/h:
    • 3320 rpm
  • 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h):
    • 15.0 seconds (approx)
  • Maximum Speed:
    • 160 km/h (99.5 mph)
  • Engine 6 Cylinder M 127:
    • Capacity: 2195cc 133.9ci
    • Type: Conventional, watercooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type with 6 cylinders
    • Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline
    • Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with one valve per cylinder
    • Fuel System: Bosch two-plunger pump (into manifold)
    • Bore and Stroke: 3.15 x 2.87 inches (80 x 72.8mm)
    • Power: 115 hp @ 4800rpm
    • Torque: 19.0 mkg @ 3800rpm (152 ft/lb @ 4100)
    • Compression Ratio: 8.7:1
  • Ignition and Electrical:
    • 12 volt
    • Coil and alternator
  • Exhaust:
    • Single tail-pipe
  • Suspension:
    • Front: Independent type with coil springs
    • Rear: Single joint swing axle with coil springs
  • Steering:
    • Recirculating ball, ratio 21.4:1 (4 turns)
  • Brakes:
    • Drum, 1064 cm sq. 164.9 sq in. servo assisted
  • Wheels:
    • 13" Pressed steel disc wheels
  • Tyres:
    • 6.70 x 13 sport
220SE Production Schedule
Vehicle
Year
Cars Manufactured
220SE Sedan (128)
1958
201
1959
1,773
Total:
1,974
220SE Convertible & Coupe (128)
1958
114
1959
628
1960
1,200
Total:
1,942
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