Mercedes-Benz SL-Class R107 420 SL Roadster
160 kW218 PS215 hp324 Nm1985–1989
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- Power
- 160 kW 218 PS · 215 hp
- Torque
- 324 Nm 239 lb-ft
- Kerb weight
- 1,600 kg
- Top speed
- 210 km/h
- Length
- 4,390 mm
- Displacement
- 4,196 cm³
A 4.2-litre eight-cylinder petrol engine with 160 kW (218 PS) and 324 Nm of torque powers the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class R107 4.2 420 SL roadster. The SL-Class R107 4.2 420 SL has rear-wheel drive.
Within the SL-Class R107 line-up of 8 versions, it delivers 18% more power than the entry 2.7 280 SL (136 kW) and 17 kW less than the 5.0 500 SL (177 kW). In figures, it tops out at 210 km/h, tips the scales at 1,600 kg and has 136 PS per tonne to work with.
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Engine
| Fuel | Petrol |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4,196 cm³ 4.2 l · 256 cu in |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Power | 160 kW 218 PS · 215 hp |
| Torque | 324 Nm 239 lb-ft |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
Performance
| Top speed | 210 km/h 130 mph |
|---|
Dimensions and weight
| Length | 4,390 mm 172.8 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,790 mm 70.5 in |
| Height | 1,290 mm 50.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,460 mm 96.9 in |
| Kerb weight | 1,600 kg 3,527 lb |
Production
| Body type | Roadster |
|---|---|
| Years | 1985–1989 |
| Generation | SL-Class R107 (1971–1989) |
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